Here's All the Proof You Need That Latinos Totally Owned Award Season in 2016

Updated on 12/29/2016 at 8:00 AM

Now that the year is almost over, it's time for a look back at some of this award season's highlights.

The shows were filled with some beautiful political undertones thanks to a powerful and continuous discussion regarding Hollywood's lack of diversity — from America Ferrera and Eva Longoria's hilarious bit at the Golden Globes to winners using their acceptance speeches to convey their feelings on the issue.

But it wouldn't be award season without some killer red carpet fashion and showstopping performances (Pitbull, we're looking at you!), too. Keep scrolling to relive all the best moments you might have missed earlier in the year.

When Sofia Vergara Joined Pitbull on Stage For a Hot Performance of "El Taxi" at the Grammys

Good thing we stayed tuned until the end of the night, because this was glorious.

When 5 Latinos Won Grammys

Including Pitbull, Natalia Lafourcade, and Ricky Martin.

When Demi Lovato Paid Tribute to Lionel Richie at the Grammys

And Lionel loved it.

When the Cast of Hamilton Celebrated Their Grammy Win by Holding Up the Puerto Rican Flag

Lin-Manuel Miranda pointing at the flag is everything.

Carlos Vives's Insanely Good Tribute Performance Dedicated to Colombia

J Balvin, Juanes, Maluma, and even a few soccer players joined him on stage.

When America Ferrera and Eva Longoria Said What Every Latino in Hollywood Has Been Dying to Say

Relive their hilarious bit at the 2016 Golden Globes about Latinas in Hollywood constantly being mistaken for each other.

When Gina Rodriguez Brought Her Dad as Her Date to the Golden Globes

Adorable!

When Jennifer Lopez and Casper Smart Were the Hottest Couple at the Golden Globes

Even if they broke up later in the year, they were sexy!

When Oscar Isaac Won Best Actor in a Miniseries or TV Film at the Golden Globes

And gave a powerful speech on the lack of diversity in Hollywood.

When Gael García Bernal Won Best Actor in a TV Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes

Then left us all in tears after his supersweet speech thanking his kids.

America Ferrera's Hilarious Behind-the-Scenes Instagram Post at the Golden Globes

Featuring Eva Longoria, Amy Schumer, and Jennifer Lawrence.

When Alejandro González Iñárritu Won Best Director at the Golden Globes . . .

Everyone was so excited.

. . . and Then Again at the Oscars

During his acceptance speech, Alejandro sent a powerful diversity message to Hollywood, saying: "What a great opportunity for our generation to make sure that the color of our skin becomes as relevant as the length of our hair."

Tyler Posey Looking All Sexy at the People's Choice Awards

Look at that face! Swoon.

Diane Guerrero's Bright Pink Dress at the SAG Awards

We're still not over this incredible red carpet look.

Eva Longoria's Backless Dress at the SAG Awards

In this moment, the heart-filled-eyes emoji was a total necessity.

When Rico Rodriguez and His Sister Stole Our Hearts at the SAG Awards

How are they so cute?

When Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara Hit the SAG Awards Red Carpet Together

And Joe was like, "Damn, girl!"

The Epic Sin Bandera Reunion at Premio Lo Nuestro

So. Freaking. Good.

When Marc Anthony Gave His Empowering "Somos Latinos!" Speech at Premio Lo Nuestro

Yes, Marc Anthony! Yes!

When Thalia and Maluma Performed Their Sexy Single "Desde Esa Noche"

Watch it again here.

2 Words: Sofia. Reyes.

Sofia took our breath away with her Premio Lo Nuestro look.

When Juanes Wore a Metallica T-Shirt on the Premio Lo Nuestro Red Carpet

When you're Juanes, you don't need a tux . . . right?

When Sofia Vergara Stunned on the Oscars Red Carpet (Sadly, Without Joe) . . .

We don't always see Sofia in flowy dresses like this Marchesa one, but when we do, we love it.

. . . and Then Changed Into an Even Hotter Dress For the Vanity Fair Afterparty

Was she channeling nostalgic bridal vibes in this white Mark Zunino Haute Couture dress?

When Demi Lovato and Wilmer Valderrama Were the Chicest Couple at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party

Another couple that called it quits just months after — but they looked good in black back then.

When Alessandra Ambrosio's Versace Dress on the Grammys Red Carpet Was One of the Best . . .

Those cutouts.

. . . and Then She Showed Up at the Oscars Looking Even Better

This time in Balmain.

When Chile Won Its First Oscar Ever

Bear Story won best animated short at the 2016 Oscars.

When Jacob Tremblay Was All of Us Meeting Sofia Vergara

Same, Jacob. Same.

And Eiza Gonzalez's Unique Dress at the Vanity Fair Oscars Party

Now, this is how you take a fashion risk!