Ricky Martin - Records and Achievements

Records and Achievements

See also: List of awards and nominations received by Ricky Martin
  • Martin was chosen along with Félix Trinidad in 1999, to lead Puerto Rico's worldwide tourism campaign, both exemplifying Puerto Rico's youthfulness, enthusiasm and indefatigable character.
  • In February 2004, Martin received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Lo Nuestro Awards in Miami.
  • Martin was honored as the 2006 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year by the Latin Recording Academy on November 1, 2006. He was chosen for his accomplishments as a world renowned entertainer, consummate performer and passionate humanitarian. A portion of the proceeds from the evening's tribute dinner was used for benefitting Ricky Martin's charitable efforts.
  • On October 16, 2007, Martin received the 2351st Hollywood Walk of Fame star, shortly after receiving the key to the city of Miami Beach, Florida on October 11. The star is located beside the Hollywood and Highland complex. Los Angeles mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and Rita Moreno were invited to the unveiling ceremony.
  • In 2008, Puerto Rico declared August 31 to be International Ricky Martin Day.
  • In 2011, Martin was awarded Spanish citizenship to honor his contributions to the arts.
  • In addition to the numerous awards received throughout his musical career, Martin has also been honored with many accolades for his humanitarian efforts.
Awards
Grammy
Preceded by
Luis Miguel
for Romances		 Grammy Award for Best Latin Pop Album
1999
for Vuelve		 Succeeded by
Rubén Blades
for Tiempo
Latin Grammy
Preceded by
Gloria Estefan
for "No Me Dejes de Querer"		 Latin Grammy Award for Best Short Form Music Video
2001
for "She Bangs"		 Succeeded by
Shakira
for "Suerte"
Preceded by
Ricardo Arjona
for Adentro		 Latin Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Album
2007
for MTV Unplugged		 Succeeded by
Juanes
for La Vida... Es Un Ratico
Preceded by
Diego El Cigala
for Blanco Y Negro En Vivo		 Latin Grammy Award for Best Long Form Music Video
2007
for MTV Unplugged		 Succeeded by
Julieta Venegas
for MTV Unplugged

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