The 68th Grammy Awards wrapped up on February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, delivering a night full of historic moments, emotional speeches, and standout performances.
Hosted by Trevor Noah for the final time, the ceremony celebrated music's biggest stars with surprises like tributes to legends and first-time wins that had everyone talking.
Bad Bunny stole the spotlight by winning Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, becoming the first artist to take home the prize with a primarily Spanish-language album. Fans erupted in cheers as he gave an emotional thank-you in both English and Spanish, shouting out his Puerto Rican roots and fans worldwide.
This win marked a huge milestone for Latin music on the global stage.
Kendrick Lamar dominated once again, snagging five awards—including Record of the Year for "luther" with SZA—making him the most-awarded rapper in Grammy history. His back-to-back Record of the Year wins (following last year's triumph) had social media buzzing, with X users calling him "untouchable" and praising the collaboration's smooth vibes.
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas took Song of the Year for "Wildflower, " marking their third win in the category and tying them for the most ever. Billie’s heartfelt acceptance speech about the song's personal meaning touched hearts everywhere, and clips of the moment flooded Instagram and TikTok.
Rising star Olivia Dean won Best New Artist, bringing a fresh wave of excitement. Her joyful reaction and shout-outs to her team went viral on platforms like LinkedIn, where music industry pros shared how her win inspires up-and-coming talent.
Other highlights included Lady Gaga winning Best Pop Vocal Album for Mayhem and Best Dance/Pop Recording for "Abracadabra, " plus strong showings from Sabrina Carpenter, Doechii, and Kehlani.
The night also featured epic performances, like Lady Gaga's dramatic stage setup and a moving Ozzy Osbourne tribute with Post Malone, Slash, and Chad Smith.
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Where to watch the Grammys 2026 live in the United States?
The 68th Grammy Awards on February 8, 2026, will air live on CBS starting at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
You can also stream it live on Paramount+ with the SHOWTIME plan.
On social media, the buzz was nonstop. X (formerly Twitter) exploded with reactions to Bad Bunny's history-making win, memes about Kendrick's dominance, and fan edits of Billie’s speech. Instagram Reels captured red-carpet glamour and acceptance moments, while Facebook groups debated snubs and surprises. LinkedIn posts from execs highlighted the night's diversity and global impact, with many noting how Latin and hip-hop artists led the charge.
The 2026 Grammys felt like a celebration of evolution in music, blending established icons with bold new voices. As fans keep replaying the highlights, it's clear this night will be remembered for breaking barriers and delivering pure joy.