69th Annual Grammy Awards: A New Era on ABC and Hulu
The upcoming 69th annual Grammy Awards ceremony is set to take place on Feb. 7, 2027, marking a significant shift as the event moves from CBS to ABC and Hulu in the U.S. The nominations for the prestigious music awards will be announced on Nov. 16, with the ceremony scheduled to be broadcast live from the Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles. While the producer for the event has not been officially confirmed, it is anticipated that Ben Winston will continue to lead the show, a role he has held since 2021.
Harvey Mason jr., the CEO of the Grammys, expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming event, emphasizing the importance of celebrating music that resonates globally. The move to a new home and platform signifies a fresh and exciting chapter for the Grammy Awards, with Mason jr. hinting at more to come in the future. Disney and ABC are gearing up for a significant promotional campaign to highlight the Grammys' transition to new networks, underscoring the event's strategic importance for Disney's television lineup in 2027.
Disney's president of global advertising, Rita Ferro, emphasized the significance of the Grammys' inclusion in the network's lineup of major live events, alongside the college football championship and the Super Bowl. The consolidation of these high-profile events under the Disney umbrella is expected to drive engagement, excitement, and fandom in a unique and unprecedented way. The eligibility period for the 69th Grammy Awards spans from Aug. 31, 2025, to Aug. 31, 2026, with the first-round nominations voting taking place from Oct. 12-22 and the final round voting scheduled for Dec. 10, 2026, to Jan. 7, 2027.
The upcoming Grammy Awards ceremony promises to be a momentous occasion as it transitions to new platforms and networks, offering a fresh perspective on celebrating the best in music. With the anticipation building for the nominations announcement and the live broadcast from Los Angeles, music fans can look forward to an exciting and memorable event that showcases the talent and creativity of the industry. Stay tuned for more updates and details as the 69th annual Grammy Awards draw closer.