Puerto Rican recording artist and actor Ricky Martin is the recipient of multiple awards and nominations since his solo debut in the 1990s.
A former member of juvenile band Menudo (1984–1989), Ricky Martin achieved his first awards and nominations as a soloist at the very beginning of his career; he won El Heraldo de México Awards for his acting in the telenovela, Alcanzar una estrella (1990) and the film Más Que Alcanzar una Estrella (1992).
Upon the release of his debut album, Ricky Martin (1991) and the following record, Me Amaras (1992), he achieved nominations at the international level, including Lo Nuestro Awards and Billboard Music Awards.
He also received recognitions for his hispanidad and his prominence as a renowned Puerto Rican entertainer.
His charitable endeavors were also recognized by various organizations, including amfAR and the World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates.