The 68th Annual Grammy Awards have officially kicked off with Trevor Noah as host, in a star-studded evening featuring performances by Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Rosé, Bruno Mars and Pharrell Williams.
During the ceremony, the music industry’s most coveted awards are being presented. Kendrick Lamar leads the night with nine nominations, followed by Lady Gaga with seven, and Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter and Leon Thomas with six nominations each.
Here’s a LIVE update on which artists are taking home a golden gramophone from the Recording Academy, along with context and confirmed results so far.
🏆 Confirmed Winners – Grammys 2026 (68th Edition)
Music’s biggest night is already defining its standout stars. These are the artists who, so far, have lifted the golden gramophone at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
🎤 Best Rap Album
🏅 Kendrick Lamar — GNX — WINNER
Kendrick Lamar reaffirms his supremacy in the genre with GNX, a critically acclaimed project praised for its lyrical depth and conceptual strength. With this victory, the rapper further cements one of the most influential careers of his generation.
🌟 Best New Artist
🏅 Olivia Dean — WINNER
The British singer-songwriter triumphs in one of the night’s most anticipated categories. Her fresh sound, blending soul influences with contemporary pop, positions her as one of the emerging voices with the strongest international projection.
🎶 Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
🏅 Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo — “Defying Gravity” — WINNERS
Their powerful reinterpretation of the Wicked classic captivated the Academy. The fusion of Erivo’s vocal strength and Grande’s pop reach made this collaboration one of the year’s most celebrated musical moments.
🎵 Best R&B Performance
🏅 Kehlani — “Folded” — WINNER
With an emotionally charged and vulnerable performance, Kehlani earns one of the most significant victories of her career, solidifying her place in contemporary R&B.
🎶 Best Música Urbana Album
🏅 Bad Bunny — WINNER
The Puerto Rican superstar adds another Grammy to his career, reaffirming the global impact of Latin urban music and his dominance on international charts.
🎤 Best Contemporary Country Album
🏅 Jelly Roll — Beautifully Broken — WINNER
The American singer takes home the award with an album that blends personal storytelling and modern country sounds, resonating with a wide audience.
🎧 Best Pop Vocal Album
🏅 Lady Gaga — WINNER
Lady Gaga once again proves her enduring relevance in the industry with a project that balances vocal power, sonic innovation and commanding stage presence, reinforcing her status as one of today’s most versatile pop figures.
🎤 Best Pop Solo Performance
In one of the night’s most competitive categories, the Academy recognized the year’s strongest vocal performances in pop.
Nominees:
- Justin Bieber — “Daisies”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Lady Gaga — “Disease”
- Chappell Roan — “The Subway”
- Lola Young — “Messy”
🏅 Winner: Lola Young — “Messy”
The British singer prevailed with a raw and emotionally charged performance that captivated both critics and audiences. “Messy” stood out for its vocal intensity and lyrical honesty, establishing Lola Young as one of the most powerful new voices in alternative pop.
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🎵 Song of the Year
One of the most prestigious awards of the night, Song of the Year recognizes excellence in songwriting, honoring the composers behind the year’s most impactful tracks.
🎧 Nominees:
- Abracadabra — Lady Gaga
- Anxiety — Doechii
- APT. — Rosé & Bruno Mars
- DtMF — Bad Bunny
- Golden — KPop Demon Hunters
- Luther — Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA
- Manchild — Sabrina Carpenter
- Wildflower — Billie Eilish
🏅 Winner: Wildflower — Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish takes home the Grammy for Wildflower, a deeply intimate and emotionally resonant track that stood out for its lyrical vulnerability and minimalist yet powerful production. The win further solidifies Eilish’s reputation as one of the defining songwriters of her generation.
Ceremony Context
The 68th Grammy Awards have been marked by historic moments, emotional speeches, strong social statements and cultural tributes. Kendrick Lamar is shaping up to be one of the night’s central figures, continuing his legacy as one of the most awarded artists in rap history.
Live performances, special tributes and surprise appearances have kept audiences on edge since the gala began at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena.
Most Nominated Artists
- Kendrick Lamar — 9 nominations
- Lady Gaga — 7 nominations
- Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, Leon Thomas — 6 nominations each
These nominations reflect the musical diversity of the past year, spanning rap, R&B, experimental pop and alternative music.
Live Coverage
The ceremony is broadcast live from Los Angeles with minute-by-minute updates and musical surprises. We will continue updating the winners list as more categories are announced during this historic 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony.
