A Historic Night in Los Angeles: The 2026 Grammy Awards

The 68th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena, will be remembered as the year the Recording Academy finally embraced a truly global sound. Hosted by Trevor Noah for a record sixth time, the ceremony was anchored by political statements, emotional tributes, and several record-breaking milestones.

The Headlines: Glass Ceilings Shattered

Bad Bunny’s Historic Win

In the night's most anticipated moment, Bad Bunny took home Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos. This victory is a seismic shift for the industry, marking the first time in the Grammys' 68-year history that an all-Spanish-language album has won the top prize. His acceptance speech, delivered in a mix of Spanish and English, was a poignant tribute to his Puerto Rican roots and a sharp critique of current immigration policies.

Kendrick Lamar Becomes the G.O.A.T.

Kendrick Lamar entered the evening with nine nominations and left as the most-awarded rapper of all time. By securing wins for Best Rap Album (GNX) and Record of the Year (Luther), Lamar’s career total hit 27 Grammys, officially surpassing Jay-Z’s record of 25.

The Arrival of Olivia Dean

British neo-soul sensation Olivia Dean was crowned Best New Artist, continuing a dominant streak for female soloists in the category. The "granddaughter of an immigrant," as she called herself, beat out a heavy-hitting field including Lola Young and Addison Rae, signaling a new era for soulful, timeless pop.

The 2026 Grammy Winners List

The General Field

| Category | Winner | Work |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Album of the Year | Bad Bunny | Debí Tirar Más Fotos |
| Record of the Year | Kendrick Lamar ft. SZA | "Luther" |
| Song of the Year | Billie Eilish & Finneas | "Wildflower" |
| Best New Artist | Olivia Dean | — |
| Producer of the Year | Cirkut | — |
| Songwriter of the Year | Amy Allen | — |

Pop, Dance & Electronic

• Best Pop Vocal Album: Mayhem — Lady Gaga
• Best Pop Solo Performance: "Messy" — Lola Young
• Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: "Defying Gravity" — Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande
• Best Dance Pop Recording: "Abracadabra" — Lady Gaga
• Best Dance/Electronic Album: EUSEXUA — FKA twigs
• Best Dance/Electronic Recording: "End of Summer" — Tame Impala

Rap & R&B

• Best Rap Album: GNX — Kendrick Lamar
• Best Rap Song: "TV Off" — Kendrick Lamar ft. Lefty Gunplay
• Best Rap Performance: "Chains & Whips" — Clipse ft. Kendrick Lamar & Pharrell Williams
• Best R&B Album: Mutt — Leon Thomas
• Best R&B Performance & Song: "Folded" — Kehlani
• Best Traditional R&B Performance: "Vibes Don’t Lie" — Leon Thomas

Rock, Alternative & Country

• Best Rock Album: Never Enough — Turnstile
• Best Rock Song: "As Alive As You Need Me to Be" — Nine Inch Nails
• Best Alternative Music Album: Songs of a Lost World — The Cure
• Best Contemporary Country Album: Beautifully Broken — Jelly Roll
• Best Traditional Country Album: Ain’t in It for My Health — Zach Top

Note: A landmark moment occurred during the Premiere Ceremony when "Golden" from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack won Best Song Written for Visual Media, marking the first ever Grammy win for a K-Pop act.