Grammy Awards 2026
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The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, USA.
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The ceremony was hosted by Trevor Noah for the sixth and final time.
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The main telecast aired on CBS and was also available on Paramount+.
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The night featured 86 awards across genres and celebrated artists from around the world.
🏆 Major Winners
🪩 General Field
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Album of the Year: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS — Bad Bunny
This marks the first time an all-Spanish-language album won Album of the Year. -
Record of the Year: “luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
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Song of the Year: “Wildflower” — Billie Eilish & Finneas O’Connell
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Best New Artist: Olivia Dean — British singer-songwriter recognized for her soulful blend of pop and R&B.
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Grammy Awards 2026
🎶 Notable Genre Winners
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Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: “Defying Gravity” — Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo
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Best Pop Vocal Album: MAYHEM — Lady Gaga
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Best Rap Album: GNX — Kendrick Lamar
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Best R&B Album: Mutt — Leon Thomas
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Best Contemporary Country Album: Jelly Roll
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Best Latin Pop Album: Natalia Lafourcade
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Best African Music Performance: Tyla
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Best Reggae Album: Keznamdi
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Best Music Video: “Anxiety” — Doechii
Additional genre wins, including rock, alternative, and global awards, were also part of the broadcast and Premiere Ceremony winners.
🎙️ Performance Highlights
The ceremony featured a mix of established stars and breakout performers. Some of the artists performing during the telecast and special segments included:
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Justin Bieber
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Lady Gaga
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Bruno Mars
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Rosé
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Tyler, the Creator
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Sabrina Carpenter
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Best New Artist segment performances from Olivia Dean, Lola Young, KATSEYE, Addison Rae, Alex Warren, sombr, The Marías, Leon Thomas
🧠 Historic Moments & Records
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Bad Bunny made history as the first artist to win Album of the Year with an entirely Spanish-language record, a major milestone for Latin music on the global stage.
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Kendrick Lamar continued his dominance, adding key wins including Record of the Year and Best Rap Album.
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Olivia Dean’s Best New Artist win was widely praised for its emotional depth and acknowledgment of her rise in the global music scene.
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Steven Spielberg achieved EGOT status (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony) with a Grammy for Best Music Film.
🌍 Cultural & Political Statements
The 2026 Grammys also included political and cultural moments:
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Artists such as Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish incorporated statements about immigration and social issues into their acceptance speeches and attire.
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The show featured tribute segments honoring legendary musicians like Ozzy Osbourne and Roberta Flack, blending celebration with remembrance.
🧑🎤 Host and Format Notes
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Trevor Noah hosted the Grammy Awards for the sixth and final time, bringing humor and thoughtful commentary throughout the broadcast.
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The telecast included a Premiere Ceremony earlier in the day, where many of the 86 awards were presented before the main show.
📺 Where It Happened & How It Aired
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Date: February 1, 2026
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Venue: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Broadcast: CBS television network and Paramount+ streaming service
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Pre-show: Premiere Ceremony streamed earlier on live.grammy.com and Peacock Theater announcements.
🎼 Summary of Impact
The Grammy Awards 2026 were marked by historic language representation in major categories, genre-defying winners, and global recognition that highlighted how music from different corners of the world resonates on an international level. Artists used the night not just for accolades, but to speak on cultural, political, and personal themes — reaffirming the Grammys’ role as both celebration and reflection of the broader musical landscape.