Grammy 2026 Winners: Key Highlights and History-Making Wins

The winners of the 2026 Grammy Awards have been officially announced, marking a historic night for the music industry. The most prestigious award, Album of the Year, was presented to Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny for his critically acclaimed album Debí Tirar Más Fotos. This win is a major milestone, as it is the first time a Spanish-language album has ever taken home the top prize. The artist also secured a victory in the Best Música Urbana Album category.

His winning record blends traditional Puerto Rican sounds with contemporary urban beats while addressing social issues regarding the island's status under U.S. governance. Notably, all tracks on the album are performed entirely in Spanish.

Winners in Key Categories:

• Record of the Year: luther — Kendrick Lamar & SZA
• Song of the Year: Wildflower — Billie Eilish & Finneas
• Best New Artist: Olivia Dean (UK)
• Best Pop Vocal Album: MAYHEM — Lady Gaga
• Best Rap Album: GNX — Kendrick Lamar
• Best Pop Solo Performance: Messy — Lola Young
• Best Music Video: Anxiety — Doechii

A Night of Records
Kendrick Lamar took home five awards during the ceremony, including the first-ever televised Grammy for Best Rap Album of the night. With his 26th and 27th career statuettes, he has officially surpassed Jay-Z to become the most decorated rapper in the history of the Grammy Awards. Additionally, the song "Golden" from the film K-Pop Demon Hunters won for Best Song Written for Visual Media, marking the first time a K-pop act has received a Grammy.