Here are the 8 best moments of the 2026 Grammy Awards night, from intimate and personal moments to explosive performances. Music’s biggest night came last Sunday to put everyone on their feet and the Recording Academy succeeded.
Everyone at the Los Angeles’ Cripto.com Arena witnessed one of the best and most awaited evenings of the year. On February 1st the 68th edition of the music gala took place, and no one wanted to miss it. This year’s Grammys had situations of all kinds, we summarize here the 8 best moments of the 2026 Grammy Awards.
Bad Bunny wins AOTY and makes history at the 2026 Grammy Awards
The Puerto Rican artist was one of the main characters of the night since his DeBí TiRaR MáS FOToS won the Album of the year category. By doing this, the disc became the first album completely written in Spanish to obtain the award. Bad Bunny wnet home with three new Grammy wins: AOTY, Best Música Urbana Album, for DeBí TiRaR MáS FOToS, and Best Global Music Performance, for EoO.
Billie Eilish’s speech at the 2026 Grammy Awards after winning SOTY
When receiving her Grammy award for Song of the Year for her hit Wildflower, the Birds of a Feather singer protested for immigrant brutality. Alongside his brother, the producer Finneas, they took the spotlight to defend migrants’ rights. It was a moment that became polemic as some people did not agree with her point of view.
Kendrick Lamar’s dream night at the 2026 Grammys
The American rapper made history at the 68th edition of the event going home with five new gramophones. The Not Like Us artist became the rapper with the most Grammy wins, with 27 awards. He surpassed one of the most popular rappers of all time, Jay Z, who stands at 25 Grammys wins. Kendrick Lamar took over every rap category at the music event and even won in the Record of the Year category with luther.
Justin Bieber made his live performances comeback at the 2026 Grammys
The Canadian artist gave one of the most intimate performances of the night singing YUKON. However, the What Do You Mean? singer surprised everyone as he came onstage only dressed in his underwear. This was the first time Bieber sang onstage after a 4-year hiatus, due to his Ramsay Hunt syndrome diagnosis. His last live performance was his hit Peaches at the 2022 Grammy Awards show.
Trevor Noah’s last bits at the 2026 Grammy Awards
Presenter Trevor Noah had some good jokes that made everyone laugh for one last gala. According to Forbes, Noah talked about this being his last time hosting the music awards since his contract came to an end. He also made a comment saying that he believes in term limits, implying Donald Trump’s decision to run for a third semester. “Yes, I want to set an example for anyone who might be watching the show. You know, just leave when your time is up.”
Outstanding performances at the 2026 Grammys: Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars and ROSÉ
Sabrina Carpenter was in charge of opening with a stellar performance to set the event. Manchild made everyone at the Cripto.com arena stand on their feet to the pop hit. An airport-inspired stage set was the perfect way to kick off the 2026 Grammy Awards night.
Lady Gaga was one of the main courses of the night with her interpretation of Abracadabra. The Poker Face singer shocked everyone with a stellar “archival Alexander McQueen Fall 2009 look from ‘The Horn of Plenty’ collection”.
An electric and energetic show from Bruno Mars and ROSÉ continued the music wave. Their rock version of the hit APT. pleasantly surprised the Grammy’s guests. However, the duo did not receive any awards on Sunday’s night.
New talents step into top categories at the 2026 Grammys: Olivia Dean and Lola Young
The 68th Grammys gave every singer at the Best New Artist a chance to perform at the awards. We got to see top new singers such as The Marías, Olivia Dean and Lola Young at the biggest stage.
The British songwriter Olivia Dean went home with the Best New Artist award, a deserved prize for such an amazing performer. Lola Young also went home with her first Grammy Award after winning Best Pop Solo Performance for her hit Messy.
The 5 best looks at the 2026 Grammy Awards. Source: Vogue
