Imagen Awards 2026: Apple TV’s ‘Acapulco’ and Andy Garcia Lead the Night

The 41st Annual Imagen Awards, held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, celebrated excellence in Latino film, television, and streaming on Friday night. The ceremony recognized artists, performers, filmmakers, producers, and storytellers who advanced authentic Latino representation across the entertainment industry. Receiving the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award was actor Andy Garcia, who has had a four-decade career, developed artistic integrity, and committed to creating opportunities for Latino talent.

Garcia performed on the timbales with his CineSon All Stars band and was joined by Grammy Award-winning musician Arturo Sandoval. Apple TV's "Acapulco," which concluded its fourth and final season, stood out as the standout project of the evening, receiving multiple awards for its outstanding work. Oscar Almengor was named Best Director, Eugenio Derbez won Best Supporting Actor – Comedy, and Vanessa Bauche received Best Supporting Actress – Comedy.

Enrique Arrizon shared the Best Actor – Comedy award with Arrizon. The "Acapulco" team was further honored with the Creative Achievement Award and Best Music Supervision for Film or Television, given to Javier Nuño and Joe Rodríguez. "Brownsville Bred" was recognized as the Best Feature Film of the year, and Dolores Fonzi won Best Actress for "Belén."

"Will Trent" was named Best Drama Series, and "Scrubs" received Best Comedy Series. Additionally, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo was honored as Best Actor – Drama for "The Lincoln Lawyer," and Amirah Vahn received Best Actress – Drama for "Doc."