Bobby Pulido could have another reason to celebrate Thursday as the Tejano music star and congressman-elect is our Tejano Nation prediction to win Best Tejano Album at the 27th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards.
Pulido is nominated for Bobby Pulido & Friends Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 2/En Vivo) and is seeking his second consecutive victory in the category. If he wins, it would mark his third career Latin GRAMMY Award.
The prediction comes just days after Pulido scored a major victory outside the music industry. On November 3, the longtime Tejano performer defeated Republican incumbent Monica De La Cruz in the race for Texas’ 15th Congressional District, making him congressman-elect ahead of his expected arrival in Washington in January.
A Third Latin GRAMMY Within Reach
Pulido has already established himself as one of the category’s successful artists, winning Best Tejano Album in 2022 for Para Que Baile Mi Pueblo and again in 2025 for Bobby Pulido & Friends Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 1/En Vivo).
His latest nomination continues the live collaboration series, with Volume 2 earning recognition from the Latin Recording Academy.
A second consecutive victory for the project would give Pulido three career Latin GRAMMY wins and another major accomplishment in a career that has helped shape modern Tejano music.
From the Tejano Stage to Capitol Hill
Pulido’s latest nomination arrives during one of the most significant periods of his life.
The Edinburg native defeated De La Cruz in the November 3 general election to represent Texas’ 15th Congressional District, which stretches from parts of South Texas and the Coastal Bend into communities east of San Antonio and the Rio Grande Valley.
The Associated Press called the race for Pulido, who won approximately 62% of the vote. His victory flipped the congressional seat, positioning the Tejano singer to transition from the entertainment industry to public service.
After more than three decades in music, Pulido is preparing for a new chapter while still receiving recognition for his contributions to Tejano music.
A Competitive Best Tejano Album Category
Pulido faces four other nominees in this year’s competition:
- Jay Perez – Le Seguiremos
- Destiny Navaira – 3
- Vilax – Capítulo 8
- Kevin Aguilar – Mi Gran Noche – Raphael En La Voz De Kevin Aguilar
The category features established performers and artists representing different generations and musical approaches within Tejano music.
Winner Announced This Afternoon in Las Vegas
The Best Tejano Album winner will be announced during the 2026 Latin GRAMMY Premiere ceremony on Thursday, November 12.
The ceremony will stream live beginning at 3 p.m. Eastern (2 p.m. Central / noon Pacific) from the MGM Conference Center Marquee Ballroom in Las Vegas. The Premiere ceremony, which features the presentation of most Latin GRAMMY categories, will be available through the Latin Recording Academy’s official streaming platforms.
The event is separate from the main 27th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards telecast, scheduled for later Thursday evening at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. The main broadcast begins at 8 p.m. Eastern (7 p.m. Central) on Univision.
Tejano Nation Prediction: Bobby Pulido – Bobby Pulido & Friends Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 2/En Vivo).
With two previous Latin GRAMMY victories, a second consecutive Best Tejano Album win within reach and a historic election victory behind him, Pulido could add another memorable chapter to his career Thursday.
A third Latin GRAMMY would be another major achievement for the Tejano star as he prepares to begin his next chapter as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Who is your prediction to win? Leave your prediction in the comments below.
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