Brazilian trans artist Liniker wins big at Latin Grammys, while her country leads the world in trans killings
Brazilian artist Liniker made history at the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, winning three major categories — after entering the night with seven nominations, including all the “Big Four” categories she was eligible for. Already the first-ever out transgender artist to win a Latin Grammy, Liniker now stands as the most celebrated Brazilian artist of 2025. But her triumph unfolds against a stark reality: Brazil remains, for the 17th consecutive year, the deadliest country in the world for trans people.
