The Grammy Awards 2026 winners are being unveiled live tonight at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, with hip-hop luminary Kendrick Lamar, pop icon Lady Gaga, and rock powerhouse Turnstile among the first to claim top honors. Lamar, who entered the night with a staggering nine nominations, secured wins in categories like Best Rap Song and Best Melodic Rap Performance.

Lady Gaga added to her impressive collection with trophies for Best Dance Pop Recording and Best Remixed Recording. Meanwhile, hardcore innovators Turnstile made a significant impact, taking home awards for Best Rock Album and Best Metal Performance, highlighting a diverse night of musical recognition across genres.

The eligibility period for this year's awards ran from August 31, 2024, to August 30, 2025, a timeframe that notably excluded recent releases such as Taylor Swift’s 'The Life Of A Showgirl'. The full list of nominees, which saw Kendrick Lamar leading the pack thanks to his acclaimed album ‘GNX’, was revealed back in November.

Genre Diversity and the Power of Consistent Artistry

Kendrick Lamar's continued success at the Grammys underscores his enduring critical acclaim and consistent artistic output. His wins for Best Rap Song and Best Melodic Rap Performance solidify his status as a lyrical titan and demonstrate the lasting impact of his latest album, ‘GNX’, even amidst a competitive field for the major categories like Album of the Year.

Lady Gaga's victories in dance-pop highlight her remarkable versatility and continued relevance across different musical landscapes. Her ability to consistently produce chart-topping and critically lauded material, whether in pop, rock, or electronic realms, is a testament to her chameleon-like artistry and dedicated fanbase.

The strong showing from artists like Turnstile in the rock and metal categories speaks volumes about the evolving tastes within the Recording Academy. Their double wins signal a growing recognition for heavier, more alternative sounds, bridging the gap between niche genres and mainstream accolades. The recognition of producers like Cirkut and songwriters like Amy Allen also reinforces the Grammys' commitment to honoring the unsung heroes behind the biggest hits.

Bad Bunny's win in Best Global Music Performance further cements his international appeal, showcasing the growing influence of Latin and global music on the world stage. This year's awards demonstrate a rich tapestry of talent, celebrating both established legends and groundbreaking newcomers.

Grammy Awards 2026: The Full List of Winners

Here is the updated list of winners as they are announced throughout the ceremony:

Major Categories (Nominees, Winners to be confirmed from original source article)

• Album of the Year:
  Bad Bunny – ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’
  Justin Bieber – ‘Swag’
  Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Man’s Best Friend’
  Clipse – ‘Let God Sort Em Out’
  Lady Gaga – ‘Mayhem’
  Kendrick Lamar – ‘GNX’
  Leon Thomas – ‘Mutt’
  Tyler, the Creator – ‘Chromakopia’
• Record of the Year:
  Bad Bunny – ‘DtMF’
  Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Manchild’
  Doechii – ‘Anxiety’
  Billie Eilish – ‘Wildflower’
  Lady Gaga – ‘Abracadabra’
  Kendrick Lamar with SZA – ‘Luther’
  Chappell Roan – ‘The Subway’
  Rosé and Bruno Mars – ‘APT.’
• Song of the Year:
  Lady Gaga – ‘Abracadabra’
  Doechii – ‘Anxiety’
  Rosé and Bruno Mars – ‘APT.’
  Bad Bunny – ‘DtMF’
  Huntr/x (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami) – ‘Golden’ (from KPop Demon Hunters)
  Kendrick Lamar with SZA – ‘Luther’
  Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Manchild’
  Billie Eilish – ‘Wildflower’

Additional Categories

• Best New Artist:
  Olivia Dean
  KATSEYE
  The Marias
  Addison Rae
  Sombr
  Leon Thomas
  Alex Warren
  Lola Young
• Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical: Amy Allen – WINNER
• Producer of the Year, Non-Classical: Cirkut – WINNER
• Best Pop Solo Performance:
  Justin Bieber – ‘Daisies’
  Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Manchild’
  Lady Gaga – ‘Disease’
  Chappell Roan – ‘The Subway’
  Lola Young – ‘Messy’
• Best Pop Vocal Album:
  Justin Bieber – ‘Swag’
  Sabrina Carpenter – ‘Man’s Best Friend’
  Miley Cyrus – ‘Something Beautiful’
  Lady Gaga – ‘Mayhem’
  Teddy Swims – ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)’
• Best Pop Duo/Group Performance: Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande – ‘Defying Gravity’ – WINNER
• Best Dance Pop Recording: Lady Gaga – ‘Abracadabra’ – WINNER
• Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album: Laufey – ‘A Matter Of Time’ – WINNER
• Best Dance Electronic Album: FKA twigs – ‘Eusexua’ – WINNER
• Best Dance/Electronic Recording: Tame Impala – ‘End of Summer’ – WINNER
• Best Remixed Recording, Non-Classical: Lady Gaga and Gesaffelstein – ‘Abracadabra (Gesaffelstein remix)’ – WINNER
• Best Rap Album:
  Clipse – ‘Let God Sort Em Out’
  GloRilla – ‘Glorious’
  JID – ‘God Does Like Ugly’
  Kendrick Lamar – ‘GNX’
  Tyler, The Creator – ‘Chromakopia’
• Best Rap Song: Kendrick Lamar featuring Lefty Gunplay – ‘TV Off’ – WINNER
• Best Melodic Rap Performance: Kendrick Lamar with SZA – ‘Luther’ – WINNER
• Best Rap Performance: Clipse featuring Kendrick Lamar and Pharrell Williams – ‘Chains & Whips’ – WINNER
• Best R&B Album: Leon Thomas – ‘Mutt’ – WINNER
• Best R&B Song: Kehlani – ‘Folded’ – WINNER
• Best R&B Performance: Kehlani – ‘Folded’ – WINNER
• Best Traditional R&B Performance: Leon Thomas – ‘Vibes Don’t Lie’ – WINNER
• Best Progressive R&B Album: Durand Bernarr – ‘Bloom’ – WINNER
• Best Spoken Word Poetry Album: Mad Skillz – ‘Words For Days Vol. 1’ – WINNER
• Best Rock Album: Turnstile – ‘Never Enough’ – WINNER
• Best Rock Song: Nine Inch Nails – ‘As Alive As You Need Me To Be’ – WINNER
• Best Metal Performance: Turnstile – ‘Birds’ – WINNER
• Best Rock Performance: Yungblud – ‘Changes’ (Live From Villa Park, Back To The Beginning) – WINNER
• Best Alternative Music Performance: The Cure – ‘Alone’ – WINNER
• Best Alternative Music Album: The Cure – ‘Songs Of A Lost World’ – WINNER
• Best Música Urbana Album: Bad Bunny – ‘DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS’
• Best Música Mexicana Album (Including Tejano): Carín León – ‘Palabra De To’s (Seca)’ – WINNER
• Best Latin Pop Album: Natalia Lafourcade – ‘Cancionera’ – WINNER
• Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album: Ca7riel and Paco Amoroso – ‘Papota’ – WINNER
• Best Tropical Latin Album: Gloria Estefan – ‘Raíces’ – WINNER
• Best Jazz Performance: Chick Corea, Christian McBride and Brian Blade – ‘Windows – Live’ – WINNER
• Best Jazz Vocal Album: Samara Joy – ‘Portrait’ – WINNER
• Best Traditional Country Album: Zach Top – ‘Ain’t In It For My Health’ – WINNER
• Best Contemporary Country Album:
  Kelsea Ballerini – ‘Patterns’
  Tyler Childers – ‘Snipe Hunter’
  Eric Church – ‘Evangeline Vs. The Machine’
  Jelly Roll – ‘Beautifully Broken’
  Miranda Lambert – ‘Postcards From Texas’
• Best Country Solo Performance: Chris Stapleton – ‘Bad As I Used To Be’ – WINNER
• Best Country Duo/Group Performance: Shaboozey and Jelly Roll – ‘Amen’ – WINNER
• Best Country Song: Tyler Childers – ‘Bitin’ List’ – WINNER
• Best American Roots Performance: Mavis Staples – ‘Beautiful Strangers’ – WINNER
• Best Americana Performance: Mavis Staples – ‘Godspeed’ – WINNER
• Best American Roots Song: I’m With Her – ‘Ancient Light’ – WINNER
• Best Americana Album: Jon Batiste – ‘Big Money’ – WINNER
• Best Bluegrass Album: Billy Strings – ‘Highway Prayers’ – WINNER
• Best Traditional Blues Album: Buddy Guy – ‘Ain’t Done With The Blues’ – WINNER
• Best Contemporary Blues Album: Robert Randolph – ‘Preacher Kids’ – WINNER
• Best Folk Album: I’m With Her – ‘Wild And Clear And Blue’ – WINNER
• Best Gospel Performance/Song: Cece Winans featuring Shirley Caesar – ‘Come Jesus Come’ – WINNER
• Best African Music Performance: Tyla – ‘Push 2 Start’ – WINNER
• Best Global Music Performance: Bad Bunny – ‘EoO’ – WINNER
• Best Global Music Album: Caetano Veloso And Maria Bethânia – ‘Caetano e Bethânia Ao Vivo’ – WINNER
• Best Musical Theater Album: ‘Buena Vista Social Club’ – WINNER
• Best Reggae Album: Keznamdi – ‘Blxxd & Fyah’ – WINNER
• Best Comedy Album: Nate Bargatze – ’Your Friend, Nate Bargatze’ – WINNER
• Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording: Dalai Lama – ‘Meditations: The Reflections Of His Holiness The Dalai Lama’ – WINNER
• Best Compilation Soundtrack For Visual Media: Various Artists – ‘Sinners’ – WINNER
• Best Song Written For Visual Media: Huntr/x (Ejae, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami) – ‘Golden’ (from KPop Demon Hunters) – WINNER
• Best Score Soundtrack For Visual Media (Includes Film and Television): Ludwig Göransson – ‘Sinners’ – WINNER
• Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media: Austin Wintory – ‘Sword Of The Sea’ – WINNER
• Best Music Video: Doechii – ‘Anxiety’ – WINNER
• Best Music Film: John Williams – ‘Music by John Williams’ – WINNER
• Best Historical Album: Joni Mitchell Archives – Vol. 4: The Asylum Years (1976-1980) – WINNER
• Best Album Cover: Tyler, The Creator – ‘Chromakopia’ (Shaun Llewellyn & Luis “Panch” Perez) – WINNER