The statuette was presented to Cobo in an intimate ceremony in Colombia.
Hugo Guevara & Leila Cobo
Fernando Soto
Leila Cobo, Billboard’s Co-Chief Content Officer, was honored with the 2026 Fulbright Colombia Excellence Award in the Cultural and Artistic Advocacy category during an intimate ceremony at the Residence of the United States Ambassador in Bogotá.
The Colombian journalist, author and professional pianist—whose selection was unanimous with the evaluation committee— was recognized for her professional career, ethical integrity, academic merit and contributions to cultural development. Cobo was presented with the statuette by Hugo Guevara, Chargé d’Affaires, a.i., of the United States Embassy.
