Camila Fernández won her first Latin Grammy for Best Ranchera/Mariachi Album on Thursday in Las Vegas, Debate reported.
A victory for the Fernández dynasty
The 27th Annual Latin Grammy awards saw the singer compete against established figures in the genre. Excélsior said that the category included Christian Nodal for “Bandera Blanca,” Pepe Aguilar for “My Luck Is Being Mexican II,” and Mariachi Sol de México de José Hernández for “The Voice of My Trumpet (50 Years).”
Upon hearing her name, Fernández appeared visibly moved and began to cry. Billboard reported that she expressed her disbelief and gratitude during her speech.
“I can’t believe it, I am fulfilling a dream. Thank you!”, said Camila Fernández, as Billboard reported.
The singer dedicated the recognition to her family and her unborn child. Excélsior reported that she mentioned her daughter, Cayetana, and the baby she is expecting during her address.
“Thanks to my daughter Cayetana, I love you. Thanks to this baby who is giving me strength to be here. This one is going to Guadalajara. Thanks to my parents, thanks to everyone. And long live Mexico!”, said Fernández.
Reflecting on the honor, Fernández described the project as a very honest one. During a press room interview with the Los Angeles Times, she shared that she had not expected to win, noting she attended the ceremony without any makeup because she did not anticipate the victory.
She admitted that when her name was called, she felt a sudden shock. She also humorously noted a slip of the tongue during her speech, stating that due to nerves, she mistakenly called herself the feminine woman of the Fernández instead of “the new feminine voice of the Fernández.”
When asked what she would say to her grandfather, the legendary Vicente Fernández, after receiving the gramophone, she expressed gratitude for the education he provided. She said that his teachings helped form the strong and hardworking woman she is today, adding her hope that he would be proud of her wherever he is.
Family members express pride in the singer's achievement
The singer’s father, Alejandro Fernández, shared an emotional message on social media regarding the achievement. Saga Noticias reported that the singer expressed deep pride in his daughter’s success.
Other family members also responded to the news. El Diario de Coahuila reported that América Fernández, the singer’s twin sister, shared her happiness on Instagram, writing, “My winning Cami. I love you!! I feel so proud to see you where you deserve to be, doing what you love and in such a beautiful stage that we had been waiting for so much!” Additionally, her mother, América Guinart, posted videos and photos of the moment, praising Camila’s discipline, talent, and sacrifice.
The win comes during a major period for the artist. Camila currently has a daughter, Cayetana, born in March 2021. Regarding her pregnancy, she told the Los Angeles Times that she had not planned the pregnancy or the Grammy win, but felt as though she had “decreed” it to her twin sister.
The singer is part of a large family. She is the daughter of Alejandro Fernández and businesswoman América Guinart. Her siblings include her twin, América Fernández, and her younger sister Valentina Fernández, who is the daughter of Alejandro Fernández and Ximena Díaz.
She also has a brother named Emiliano, born March 18, 2000, who is also the son of Alejandro Fernández and Ximena Díaz. Her brother Alex Fernández also maintains a musical career.
Fernández shifts focus toward regional Mexican music
While her earlier work explored pop and R&B, Fernández has focused her recent career on regional Mexican music and mariachi.
| Album Title | Release Year |
|---|---|
| Vulnerable | 2022 |
| Camila Fernández | 2023 |
| La Fernández | 2025 |
| One More Stripe to the Tiger | 2026 |
The award-winning album “La Fernández,” released in August 2025, is her second studio album. It features 10 ranchera songs with modern lyrics, including singles such as “Se cancela la llorada,” “Pudimos ser,” and “No puedo dormir sin ti,” along with the mariachi pop focus track “La loca era yo.” The production also featured the talent of Sr. Medina.
Looking ahead, Kebuena reported that the singer is scheduled to release three new songs on November 19, which will be part of an extended version of her album “One More Stripe to the Tiger.”