Explore the Complete List of 2026 Grammy Winners
The 2026 Grammy Awards took place in Los Angeles, showcasing the year’s top musical talents. The event was hosted by Darren Criss at the Peacock Theater, where the majority of the 96 categories were announced. Trevor Noah led the primetime segment, marking his sixth and final hosting appearance.
Key Highlights from the 2026 Grammy Awards
This year’s nominations were led by Kendrick Lamar, with an impressive nine nominations. His album, “GNX,” is in contention for Album of the Year. Other prominent nominees include:
- Lady Gaga
- Jack Antonoff
- Cirkut (Mayhem producer)
Each of these artists secured seven nominations. The Album of the Year race featured diverse nominees such as Bad Bunny, Clipse, Justin Bieber, Leon Thomas, Sabrina Carpenter, and Tyler, the Creator. Notably, none of these artists has previously won in this category, although most have received nominations before.
Performers and Special Segments
The ceremony included performances by Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Clipse. Best New Artist nominees—Addison Rae, KATSEYE, Alex Warren, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, and sombr—were slated to perform a medley.
Additionally, Lauryn Hill paid tribute to D’Angelo and Roberta Flack, while Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson participated in the In Memoriam segment. This year also saw the introduction of new categories, including Best Album Cover, and a split of Best Country Album into Best Contemporary Country Album and Best Traditional Country Album.
Winners Overview
Here are some of the notable winners from the event:
- Best Rap Song: Kendrick Lamar – “TV Off” [ft. Lefty Gunplay]
- Best Melodic Rap Performance: Kendrick Lamar & SZA – “Luther”
- Best Rap Performance: Clipse, Kendrick Lamar, Pusha T & Malice – “Chains & Whips”
- Best R&B Album: Leon Thomas – “Mutt”
- Best Progressive R&B Album: Durand Bernarr – “Bloom”
The 2026 Grammy Awards celebrated a diverse array of talent, ensuring a memorable evening for artists and fans alike.
