2026 Grammy Awards: Highlights, Winners, and Performances

The 68th annual Grammy Awards are currently underway at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, with the Premiere Ceremony kicking off the festivities. The event saw Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande winning the award for best pop/duo group performance for "Defying Gravity." Notably, the first K-pop act to win a Grammy was recognized for the song "Golden" from "KPop Demon Hunters." FKA twigs also secured her first Grammy for best dance/electronic album with "EUSEXUA."

The Latin music categories saw Natalia Lafourcade, CA7RIEL & Paco Amoroso, and Carín León taking home awards for their outstanding work. Additionally, director Steven Spielberg clinched his first Grammy for "Music for John Williams." The focus of this year's ceremony has shifted back to celebrating music, with artists like Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and Bad Bunny set to compete during the televised event.

The Premiere Ceremony featured an energetic performance by Earth, Wind & Fire, setting the tone for the evening. Following this, comedian Trevor Noah will host the main show, where history could be made as some of the biggest names in music gather. The main show will air live on CBS, with various streaming options available for viewers. Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations with nine nods, followed by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut with seven each.

A star-studded lineup of performers and presenters, including Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, and Tyler, the Creator, is set to grace the stage. The event will also feature special tributes and performances in honor of music legends. Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the 2026 Grammy Awards.