The winners of the 2026 Grammy Awards, the most prestigious accolades in the global music industry, were unveiled on Sunday, 1 February, in Los Angeles at the Crypto.com Arena. The star-studded ceremony offered music lovers a memorable evening, blending diverse genres and exceptional talent on a single stage.
This year, the spotlight shone brightly on Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny, rap legend Kendrick Lamar, youthful prodigy Billie Eilish, and pop icon Lady Gaga, each achieving remarkable success across the ceremony’s major categories.
Bad Bunny claimed Album of the Year for his acclaimed release Debi Tirar Mes Fotos, solidifying his place among music’s elite. Meanwhile, rap powerhouse Kendrick Lamar dominated several categories, taking home Record of the Year for “Luther,” Best Rap Album for GNX, as well as honours for Best Rap Performance and Best Rap Song, underscoring his continued influence in contemporary music.
Billie Eilish, embodying the spirit of youth and musical innovation, won Song of the Year for her emotive track “Wild Flower.” Pop royalty Lady Gaga was celebrated with Best Pop Vocal Album for Mayhem and Best Dance-Pop Recording for the hit single “Abracadabra,” further cementing her iconic status.
The ceremony was hosted by acclaimed comedian Trevor Noah, marking his sixth consecutive year as master of ceremonies. Presenters included international stars such as Harry Styles, Charli XCX, and Rowan Chappelle, who joined in honouring the evening’s winners.
South Asian audiences followed the nominations closely, with artists including Anoushka Shankar, Siddhant Bhatia, Shakti, and Charu Suri receiving nods in various categories, though none secured an award this year.
Below is a summary of the key winners of Grammy 2026:
| Category | Song/Album | Artist |
|---|---|---|
| Album of the Year | Debi Tirar Mes Fotos | Bad Bunny |
| Record of the Year | “Luther” | Kendrick Lamar & SZA |
| Song of the Year | “Wild Flower” | Billie Eilish |
| Best New Artist | — | Olivia Dean |
| Best Pop Vocal Album | Mayhem | Lady Gaga |
| Best Rap Album | GNX | Kendrick Lamar |
| Best Rock Album | Never Enough | Turnstile |
| Best Music Video | Enjity | Doechi |
| Best Audio Book & Narration | Meditation | Dalai Lama |
| Best Rap Performance | — | Kendrick Lamar |
| Best Rap Song | — | Kendrick Lamar |
| Best Dance-Pop Recording | “Abracadabra” | Lady Gaga |
The Grammy Awards 2026 provided an unforgettable evening in the music world, with victories by Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, and Lady Gaga elevating the ceremony’s prestige and creating moments of pride and exhilaration for music fans worldwide.