Alejandro Sanz honored as Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year in Las Vegas (37 images)

The Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year gala honored Alejandro Sanz at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on Wednesday. The Person of the Year award is presented to musicians in recognition of their artistic accomplishments in the Latin music industry and their commitment to philanthropy. Previously winners include Marc Anthony, Gloria Estefan and Ricky Martin. Photos by Jim Ruymen/UPI

Honoree Alejandro Sanz is the 17th recipient of the Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year award. Sanz is known for fusing pop with Spanish flamenco.

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Nominee Zanna attends the Latin Grammy Person of the Year gala.

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Nominee Andres Calamaro attends the Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year gala.

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Puerto Rican artist Lucecita Benitez walks the red carpet.

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