Icon Q&A With Rubén Blades | Billboard Latin Music Week 2026
Rubén Blades reflects on his legendary career, revisits his biggest hits and shares memories of working with Willie Colón. He discusses how music can unite people, why he never expected to become a major salsa singer or actor, and his experience appearing on The Walking Dead. The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week takes place from Oct. […]
In an exclusive Q&A at the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week, salsa legend Rubén Blades opens up about his illustrious career, reminiscing on his biggest hits and sharing cherished memories of collaborating with the late Willie Colón. Blades discusses the unifying power of music, recounting how it transcends barriers and brings people together.
He also reveals his surprise at becoming a prominent salsa singer and actor, and shares his experience appearing on the popular TV series The Walking Dead. The 2026 Billboard Latin Music Week, held from Oct. 19-22 at the Faena Forum in Miami Beach, will be a vibrant celebration of Latin music and culture, featuring a variety of programming including artist conversations, panels, live performances, workshops, and networking opportunities.
The week culminates with the 2026 Billboard Latin Music Awards on Oct. 22, airing live on Telemundo and Peacock.
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