The Final Bow of a Hosting Legend
The air in Los Angeles is electric as the recording industry gathers for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards. This year’s ceremony holds a special emotional weight as Trevor Noah returns to host for his sixth and final time. Having become the “face” of the Grammys over the last half-decade, Noah’s departure marks the end of an era, and producers have promised a night that celebrates not just the music of the year, but the community that brings it to life.
Broadcasting live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+, the 2026 Grammys are poised to be a masterclass in both prestige and pop spectacle.
The Presenters: Harry Styles and the Star Lineup
The Recording Academy has assembled an elite group of presenters to hand out the gold gramophones tonight.
- Harry Styles: Celebrating his 32nd birthday today, the former Album of the Year winner returns to the stage as a headline presenter. While he isn’t performing, his appearance is the night’s most anticipated “guest star” moment.
- The Music Royalty: Joining Styles are Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, Karol G, Lainey Wilson, Doechii, Carole King, Q-Tip, and Queen Latifah.
- From Screen to Stage: Representing the world of film and comedy are Jeff Goldblum (fresh off his Wicked success), Teyana Taylor, Nikki Glaser, and SNL’s Marcello Hernandez.
The Nominees: A Battle of the Titans
The 2026 nomination list is one of the most competitive in recent memory, reflecting a year where genre boundaries continued to dissolve.
- Kendrick Lamar: Leads the night with 9 nominations, including Album of the Year for GNX and Record of the Year for his SZA-assisted hit “luther.”
- Lady Gaga: Following the success of her album MAYHEM, Gaga enters the night with 7 nominations, including a Song of the Year nod for “Abracadabra.”
- Sabrina Carpenter & Bad Bunny: Both superstars have 6 nominations apiece, with Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend and Bad Bunny’s DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS dominating the general field.
- Best New Artist: This year’s “Class of 2026” is a global powerhouse, featuring Addison Rae, KATSEYE, The Marías, Olivia Dean, Leon Thomas, sombr, Alex Warren, and Lola Young.
Tonight’s Performers: A Star-Studded Lineup
The 2026 stage is designed to be a non-stop rotation of high-energy debuts and legendary tributes. Here is who you can expect to see tonight:
Main Ceremony Spotlights
- Sabrina Carpenter: Performing a medley from her Album of the Year nominee, Man’s Best Friend.
- Lady Gaga: Set to deliver a theatrical performance of her smash hit “Abracadabra.”
- ROSÉ and Bruno Mars: Performing their global viral phenomenon “APT.” together for the first time on the Grammy stage.
- Justin Bieber: Making a highly anticipated return to perform hits from his nominated album SWAG.
- Tyler, The Creator: Expected to bring the world of CHROMAKOPIA to life with his signature high-concept staging.
- Clipse and Pharrell Williams: Bringing Virginia’s finest to the stage for a rare hip-hop collaboration.
The other performers are: Addison Rae, KATSEYE, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, The Marías, Leon Thomas, sombr, Alex Warren, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Andrew Watt, Brandy Clark, Chad Smith, Duff McKAGAN, Lukas Nelson, Post Malone, Reba McEntire, Slash
The Best New Artist Showcase
In a special segment, all eight nominees for Best New Artist will share the stage for a joint medley:
- Addison Rae, KATSEYE, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, The Marías, Leon Thomas, sombr, and Alex Warren.
Tributes and Special Moments
Ozzy Osbourne Tribute: A rock supergroup featuring Post Malone, Slash, Duff McKagan, Chad Smith, and Andrew Watt will honor the late “Prince of Darkness.”
Ms. Lauryn Hill: Paying tribute to the legacies of D’Angelo and Roberta Flack.