Gustavo Santaolalla
Awards & Honours
65
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Covers
2
Records
Gustavo Santaolalla stands as one of the most decorated Argentine artists of his generation, with a career that has transcended genres and borders. His dual Academy Awards for Brokeback Mountain and Babel mark him as a singular talent in Hollywood history. With 17 Latin Grammy wins and a BMI Icon honor, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of Latin music and film scoring. His ability to blend indigenous sounds with modern minimalism has earned him universal critical acclaim and a devoted global following.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
BMI Icon
Recognized for his lasting influence on Latin songwriting.
Latin Grammy Trustees Award
Honoring his lifetime contribution to Latin music.
Order of the Arts and Letters
Conferred for his contributions to the arts.
Key to the City
Received for cultural contributions to Argentina.
Magazine Covers
Sound & Vision
2013-06-01
The Sound of Silence: Gustavo Santaolalla
Variety
2006-02-01
Oscar Winner Gustavo Santaolalla
Rolling Stone
2025-11-01
The Last of Us Composer on Gaming and Film
Records & Feats
First Argentine to Win Two Oscars
Santaolalla became the first Argentine citizen to win two Academy Awards for Best Original Score.
Longest Running #1 Video Game Score
The soundtrack for The Last of Us remained a top-selling album for an extended period upon release.