The ALMA awards are back — and the nominees for the 2006 edition have just been announced:

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Apr 5, 2006 (AP)— Comedian George Lopez, director Robert Rodriguez and singer Shakira were among the nominees for the 2006 ALMA Awards, which honor artistic achievement by Hispanics in music, television and film.

Singer Marc Anthony and actor Andy Garcia will receive special recognition at the ALMA Awards, the National Council of La Raza announced Tuesday.

Let’s see if VivirLatino manages to get some press passes to cover this. I’m sure you loyal readers would be interested in reading about our antics at the awards, no?

Via / ABCNews

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