Karol G Headlines Coachella as First Latina, Announces Tour

Karol G made history as the first Latina headliner at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, closing out Weekend 2 on Sunday night in Indio, California, with a star-studded performance that featured surprise collaborations and a major tour announcement.

The 35-year-old Colombian singer, born Carolina Giraldo Navarro, delivered a high-energy set on the main stage, blending reggaeton, pop and Latin traditions. She welcomed guests including fellow Colombian artists J Balvin and Ryan Castro for a medley of hits like "Ay Vamos," "Ginza" and "La Canción," highlighting Medellín's reggaeton roots just ahead of Balvin and Castro's joint album release. Earlier, Peso Pluma joined for their 2023 collaboration "Qlona," and Becky G performed "Mamii," continuing a series of cross-genre moments that defined the night. Weekend 2 drew more surprise appearances than the festival's first weekend, where Karol G had shared the stage with reggaeton pioneer Wisin, Mariah Angeliq, Becky G and Cigarettes After Sex guitarist Greg Gonzalez.

As she wrapped up with her hit "Provenza," screens behind the stage flashed the words "Nos Vamos de Tour," translating to "We're going on tour." Karol G shouted...