Critics Choice Association Announces 6th Annual Celebración of Cinema & Television Honorees

On October 2, 2026, the Critics Choice Association (CCA) announced the full slate of honorees for its sixth annual Celebración of Cinema & Television, a ceremony in Beverly Hills that spotlights Latino and Hispanic contributions to film and television. The awards recognize both on-screen performances and behind-the-scenes work.

Critics Choice Announces Celebración of Cinema & Television Honorees

Originally titled the Celebration of Latino Cinema and Television, the event was renamed to Celebración of Cinema & Television to emphasize a broader cultural scope while retaining its focus on Latino and Hispanic artistry. The ceremony is part of the CCA’s ongoing series of events that also celebrate Black, AAPI, and LGBTQ+ communities.

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• John Leguizamo – Career Achievement Award; veteran actor noted for his recent role in Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey.”

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• Judy Reyes – Trailblazer Award; leads in ABC’s “High Potential” and the revived “Scrubs.”

Critics Choice Announces Celebración of Cinema & Television Honorees

• Oscar Núñez – Vanguard Award; reprises Oscar Martinez in Peacock’s “The Paper.”

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• Rodrigo Teixeira – Producer Award for NEON’s thriller “Paper Tiger.”

Critics Choice Announces Celebración of Cinema & Television Honorees

• James Ortiz – Innovator Award for his puppetry work on Amazon MGM’s “Project Hail Mary.”

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• Javier Calvo & Javier Ambrossi (“Los Javis”) – Director Award for Netflix’s “La Bola Negra.”

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• Aimee Carrero – Supporting Actress Award (Series) for Apple TV’s “Your Friends & Neighbors.”

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• Beth de Araújo – Breakthrough Director Award for “Josephine.”

Critics Choice Announces Celebración of Cinema & Television Honorees

• Inde Navarrette – Breakthrough Actress Award (Film) for Focus Features’ “Obsession.”

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• Laysla De Oliveira – Breakthrough Actress Award (Series) for Paramount+’s “Lioness.”

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• The CCA notes that “The Odyssey” posted the year’s biggest live-action opening weekend and crossed $1 billion in global box-office revenue within three weeks of release.

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• “Obsession” is reported as a box-office phenomenon with $488 million worldwide, $495.5 million, and over $500 million.

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• The second season of “The Paper” is scheduled to premiere on September 9.

Critics Choice Announces Celebración of Cinema & Television Honorees

The ceremony will be hosted by Davis and fellow CCA member Amanda Salas, produced by Javier Infante, Madelyn Hammond and Ella Carlson of Hammond Infante Productions, with Milagro Tequila as the official spirit sponsor and LatiNation Media co-hosting the after-party.

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• “To honor this remarkable class of Latino and Hispanic artists is nothing short of a gift, especially during a time that has been difficult for our communities,” — Critics Choice Association

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The Celebración underscores the growing commercial and critical success of Latino and Hispanic talent, from blockbuster box-office hits to award-winning independent films. By publicly recognizing a diverse range of creators, the CCA aims to expand industry inclusion and provide visible role models for underrepresented communities.

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• Box-office totals for “Obsession” differ across sources: $488 million, $495.5 million, and “more than $500 million”. No single figure is confirmed by the studio.

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• While the CCA lists the ceremony’s date and location, details about broadcast format or viewership expectations have not been disclosed.

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