Eligible recordings for the 2026 Grammy Awards were strictly limited to works commercially released between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025.

The ceremony delivered surprises, standout moments and memorable performances, making it one of the most talked-about editions in recent years.

While the night celebrated a wide range of talent, a few artistes clearly stood out, sweeping some of the most prestigious categories and dominating the awards conversation.

Bad Bunny emerged as one of the biggest winners of the night, taking home the coveted ‘Album of the Year’ award for Debí Tirar Más Fotos. The global superstar also secured two additional trophies, cementing his dominance at the 2026 Grammys.

The event, hosted once again by Trevor Noah at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, featured performances from top acts including Justin Bieber and Tyler, The Creator. In other major categories, Kendrick Lamar and SZA won Record of the Year for “Luther,” while Billie Eilish’s “Wildflower” claimed Song of the Year. Olivia Dean was crowned Best New Artist.

In the rap categories, “Chains & Whips” by Clipse, Pusha T & Malice featuring Kendrick Lamar and Pharrell Williams won Best Rap Performance, while Kendrick Lamar’s GNX took home Best Rap Album. The ceremony also paid tribute to late music legends including Ozzy Osbourne, Roberta Flack and D’Angelo, honouring their lasting impact on the industry.