LOS ANGELES — The 68th Annual Grammy Awards Celebrate Music’s Biggest Night
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards, one of the music industry’s premier honors, unfolded Sunday evening Feb. 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, recognizing outstanding achievement across recording, performance and production in music. The star-studded ceremony was hosted for the sixth and final time by comedian Trevor Noah, and was broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
The awards honored recordings released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025, with winners announced throughout the night across a wide range of genres
Historic Wins and Major Honors
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny made history by winning Album of the Year for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, marking the first time a predominantly Spanish-language album has received the top honor in Grammy history. In his acceptance speech, Bad Bunny dedicated the award to people who leave their homelands to follow their dreams, delivering parts of his remarks in both Spanish and English.
Record of the Year went to Kendrick Lamar and SZA for their collaboration “Luther,” a track praised for both its artistic impact and cultural relevance.
Billie Eilish garnered Song of the Year for “Wildflower,” her emotionally resonant track written with her brother and longtime collaborator Finneas. In her acceptance speech, Eilish used her platform to address social justice themes.
Emerging British artist Olivia Dean was named Best New Artist, a milestone that underscored her burgeoning influence in global pop and soul music.
Genre Highlights and Standout Moments
Beyond the major general categories, the night showcased a diverse array of winners across pop, R&B, rap, country, rock and global music. Lady Gaga earned Best Pop Vocal Album for Mayhem, Leon Thomas won Best R&B Album for Mutt, and Jelly Roll took home honors in the country category. South African sensation Tyla was among those recognized in global music categories, reflecting the Grammys’ international reach.
The ceremony also featured notable performances by industry heavyweights, tributes to music legends, and memorable acceptance speeches that blended gratitude with advocacy. The show celebrated both established icons and rising stars, capturing the evolving landscape of contemporary music.
With 86 categories awarded in total, the 68th Grammy Awards highlighted artistic excellence and diversity, reaffirming the Recording Academy’s commitment to honoring creativity across musical boundaries.
