'A DREAM COME TRUE': Carín León sets attendance record for Hispanic artist at Houston Rodeo

What we know:

HOUSTON - Carín León, the global Mexican music star, made history at the Rodeo on Sunday, drawing over 70,000 fans and setting a new attendance record for a Hispanic artist at the festival. 

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In an exclusive interview after his debut and record-setting performance, León sat down one on one with FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia to talk about his career and living out his dream.

‘El Jangueo’ (The Hangout) with Jonathan Mejia

Record-breaking performance

The GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® winner delivered a 70-minute performance that captivated the audience. 

León's performance marks a significant milestone, joining the ranks of legendary artists such as George Strait, Destiny's Child, Beyoncé, and Selena Quintanilla, who have all performed at this iconic venue.

During his set, León thrilled fans with hits like "The One," "El amor de mi Herida," "It Was Always You," "Según Quien," and "Primera Cita," starting with "Frene mis pies" as the introduction.

The anticipation for León's performance was high, with 70,000 tickets sold within hours, highlighting the growing popularity of contemporary Mexican music in the U.S.

León's success at the Houston Rodeo follows his debut at the 2025 Viña del Mar International Song Festival, where he won the Golden and Silver ‘Gaviotas’ trophies.

Earlier this year, León won five Premio Lo Nuestro awards and his first GRAMMY® for Best Mexican Music Album (Including Tejano) for "Boca Chueca, Vol. 1."

What's next:

León's historic rodeo performance adds to his impressive international career. 

Historic performance, expanded tour

He recently announced the expansion of his "Boca Chueca Tour" in Europe, with new dates in Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and France. A special concert is scheduled for September 12 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.