The 68th Annual Grammy Awards delivered a night of historic wins, powerful performances, and socially charged moments as music’s biggest stars gathered at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 1–2, 2026.
Hosted by Trevor Noah in his final year as Grammys master of ceremonies, the ceremony celebrated excellence across genres and featured standout moments from veteran icons to rising artists.
Bad Bunny made music history by winning Album of the Year for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” becoming the first Latin artist and the first Spanish-language album to claim the Recording Academy’s top prize. The Puerto Rican artist, already nominated in multiple major categories, delivered an emotional acceptance speech in Spanish, dedicating the award to his homeland and immigrants pursuing their dreams.
Kendrick Lamar emerged as one of the evening’s biggest winners, cementing his legacy as one of hip-hop’s defining voices. Lamar took home multiple awards including Record of the Year (with SZA for “Luther”), Best Rap Album for “GNX,” and Best Rap Song. With this haul, he became the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history, surpassing previous records and extending his influence across several categories.
Olivia Dean, the British singer-songwriter, was named Best New Artist, a major milestone in her burgeoning career. In an emotional acceptance speech, she honored her family’s immigrant roots and spoke about the bravery that shaped her journey.
Lola Young won her first Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance with “Messy,” returning triumphantly after a health-related break from performing. Her spontaneous and heartfelt speech captured the crowd’s attention.
Other major winners included Billie Eilish for Song of the Year with “Wildflower,” Lady Gaga with multiple wins, including Best Pop Vocal Album for “Mayhem,” and Jelly Roll, who secured Best Contemporary Country Album as part of a strong showing in country categories.
The show featured dynamic performances from a roster of stars, including Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Rosé alongside Bruno Mars, and Lauryn Hill. The televised portion brought energy and spectacle, complementing the many awards presented during the Premiere Ceremony, where dozens of categories are revealed earlier in the day.
Beyond music, the 2026 Grammys reflected current social conversations. Many artists used the platform to voice support for immigrant rights and broader humanitarian issues, with several acceptance speeches and fashion choices underscoring the call for compassion and change.