The 68th Annual Grammy Awards have wrapped up. Last Sunday night was nothing short of historic. From groundbreaking wins for Latin music to a red carpet that redefined “bold,” the 2026 ceremony will be remembered for its political edge and record-shattering performances.
Here is your comprehensive summary of the 2026 Grammys.
The Big Winners
The night’s biggest honors were spread across a diverse group of artists, with a mix of veteran legends and fresh faces taking home the “Big Four.”
- Album of the Year: Bad Bunny – Debí Tirar Más Fotos
- Record of the Year: Kendrick Lamar & SZA – “Luther”
- Song of the Year: Billie Eilish – “WILDFLOWER”
- Best New Artist: Olivia Dean
History in the Making
Several records were absolutely shattered this year:
- Bad Bunny’s Latin Revolution: Bad Bunny made history as the first artist to win Album of the Year with an all-Spanish-language album.
- Kendrick Lamar, The G.O.A.T: With his wins for Best Rap Album (GNX) and Record of the Year, Kendrick surpassed Jay-Z to become the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history with 27 career wins.
- Steven Spielberg’s EGOT: Legendary director Steven Spielberg officially achieved EGOT status after winning Best Music Film for Music By John Williams.
- Billie Eilish’s Hat-Trick: Billie Eilish won Song of the Year for the third time, further cementing her status as the Academy’s favorite songwriter.
🎤 Main Highlights & Performances
The energy at the Crypto.com Arena was electric, fueled by high-concept performances:
- Lady Gaga’s Mayhem: Gaga lived up to her album title, delivering a gothic, theatrical performance of “Abracadabra” before taking home Best Pop Vocal Album.
- Justin Bieber’s Stripped Performance: In one of the night’s most talked-about moments, Bieber performed his song “YUKON” wearing nothing but silk boxer shorts and his guitar.
- Tyla’s Global Impact: The South African star took home the inaugural Best African Music Performance for “PUSH 2 START,” proving the Grammys’ expanding global footprint.
Controversies & Snubs
It wouldn’t be the Grammys without a little drama.
- Political Statements: The night was heavily political. Many artists, including Billie Eilish, Kehlani, and the Biebers, wore “ICE Out” pins. Bad Bunny used his acceptance speeches to explicitly criticize U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
- The Big Snubs: Despite six nominations, Sabrina Carpenter went home empty-handed, as did Chappell Roan and Justin Bieber. Fans also expressed outrage online after The Weeknd’s Hurry Up Tomorrow was completely shut out of the nominations.
💃 Red Carpet: The Bold and the Bare
The 2026 red carpet saw a shift away from traditional gowns toward “naked” dresses and conceptual art.
| Who Stood Out | The Look | Why It Worked |
| Chappell Roan | Topless Mugler | The most viral look of the night; she wore a sheer burgundy gown held up only by nipple piercings. |
| Lady Gaga | Custom Matières Fécales | A gothic, black-feathered masterpiece with a dramatic elongated collar. |
| Olivia Dean | Chanel | Channeled Old Hollywood with a black-and-white beaded gown and feather detailing. |
| Miley Cyrus | Celine | An edgy “rockstar” look featuring a leather jacket, gold brooches, and balloon trousers. |
| FKA twigs | Paolo Carzana | An ethereal, sheer beige gown she accessorized with a real orchid and a book |
