Trevor Noah's Last Hurrah: What to Expect from the 2026 Grammys
The Recording Academy is gearing up for another star-studded event as the music industry comes together to celebrate its biggest names at the 2026 Grammys. The ceremony, which will air live on CBS from Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena, promises to be a night to remember with a mix of established artists and newcomers vying for top honors.
For the first time in years, the focus will shift away from disaster relief efforts as Hurricane-related damage was felt by LA residents, instead it's back to being about celebrating the music industry and its big names. "I think we will see some history-making moments," said Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr., hinting that this year could be special.
The show is shaping up to be a real spectacle with an incredible lineup of performers. Bruno Mars, Rosé, Tyler, the Creator, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Clipse and Pharrell Williams are just a few of the names you can expect to see on stage. Additionally, all eight best new artist nominees will come together for a special performance.
Other highlights include Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, Lukas Nelson, and Post Malone paying tribute to music legends like D'Angelo, Roberta Flack, Ozzy Osbourne, and more. The in memoriam segment promises to be an emotional ride as some of the biggest names in music take their final bow.
The red carpet is also going to be a major part of the show with The Associated Press streaming a four-hour special featuring interviews, fashion footage, and all the glamour you'd expect from one of the most anticipated events on the entertainment calendar. Meanwhile, the Premiere Ceremony will kick off earlier than usual, this time at 3:30 p.m. Eastern.
Trevor Noah is set to host his sixth consecutive Grammys, although it will be his last, with comedian Ben Winston saying that he's been the "most phenomenal host" of the show. However, Noah himself has confirmed he's stepping down from hosting duties after six years at the helm, paving the way for a new generation of comedians and hosts.
With a record-breaking 17 nominations under its belt, Kendrick Lamar is looking to make history once again as one of the most nominated artists in Grammys history. Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, Cirkut, Thomas, Bad Bunny, Serban Ghenea, Carpenter all trail closely behind with seven nominations each. And among the newcomers, names like Tate McRae, Zara Larsson, PinkPantheress, JID, and even Timothée Chalamet are shaking things up in the music industry.
In short, this year's Grammys promises to be an event unlike any other as old guard and new talent come together for a night of music, memorials, and celebration.
The Recording Academy is gearing up for another star-studded event as the music industry comes together to celebrate its biggest names at the 2026 Grammys. The ceremony, which will air live on CBS from Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena, promises to be a night to remember with a mix of established artists and newcomers vying for top honors.
For the first time in years, the focus will shift away from disaster relief efforts as Hurricane-related damage was felt by LA residents, instead it's back to being about celebrating the music industry and its big names. "I think we will see some history-making moments," said Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr., hinting that this year could be special.
The show is shaping up to be a real spectacle with an incredible lineup of performers. Bruno Mars, Rosé, Tyler, the Creator, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Clipse and Pharrell Williams are just a few of the names you can expect to see on stage. Additionally, all eight best new artist nominees will come together for a special performance.
Other highlights include Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, Lukas Nelson, and Post Malone paying tribute to music legends like D'Angelo, Roberta Flack, Ozzy Osbourne, and more. The in memoriam segment promises to be an emotional ride as some of the biggest names in music take their final bow.
The red carpet is also going to be a major part of the show with The Associated Press streaming a four-hour special featuring interviews, fashion footage, and all the glamour you'd expect from one of the most anticipated events on the entertainment calendar. Meanwhile, the Premiere Ceremony will kick off earlier than usual, this time at 3:30 p.m. Eastern.
Trevor Noah is set to host his sixth consecutive Grammys, although it will be his last, with comedian Ben Winston saying that he's been the "most phenomenal host" of the show. However, Noah himself has confirmed he's stepping down from hosting duties after six years at the helm, paving the way for a new generation of comedians and hosts.
With a record-breaking 17 nominations under its belt, Kendrick Lamar is looking to make history once again as one of the most nominated artists in Grammys history. Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, Cirkut, Thomas, Bad Bunny, Serban Ghenea, Carpenter all trail closely behind with seven nominations each. And among the newcomers, names like Tate McRae, Zara Larsson, PinkPantheress, JID, and even Timothée Chalamet are shaking things up in the music industry.
In short, this year's Grammys promises to be an event unlike any other as old guard and new talent come together for a night of music, memorials, and celebration.
The 2026 Grammys are gonna be HUGE 
! I'm low-key excited to see Kendrick Lamar break some records, fam 
. And can we talk about the lineup? Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga are always a guarantee for a sick performance 
. But what's really got me hyped is the tribute segment – it's gonna be an emotional rollercoaster 
. I'm also curious to see how they'll pay respects to music legends like D'Angelo and Ozzy Osbourne 
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. He's been killing it for six years, but it's time to pass the torch to someone new 
. And with a new generation of comedians on the rise, I'm excited to see what they bring to the table 
. It's gonna be a wild ride, but in a good way 
. One thing for sure: it's gonna be an unforgettable night of music and celebration 
) but bringing back the glamour with Bruno Mars and Lady Gaga on stage 
. Kendrick Lamar is gonna make history again 
. The in memoriam segment is gonna be emotional, btw 
. Kendrick Lamar is going to slay with those 17 nominations 
, and Lady Gaga's got this too 
. And omg, Bruno Mars and Pharrell are back 
! The red carpet is always a highlight, can't wait to see what everyone's rocking 
. But you know what? I'm really gonna miss Trevor Noah's wit and charm 
I'm so excited about the 2026 Grammys! It feels like we're getting back on track after those crazy years with all the hurricane drama 
! And I love that they're doing an in memoriam segment - it's always so emotional watching legends take their final bow 
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! It's going to be so cool to see old friends and artists come together for a night of music, love, and celebration 
also, can we talk about the lineup? so many iconic names performing live - i'm low-key hyped 
Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber... it's like a musical who's who! 
And I'm really gonna miss Trevor Noah hosting his last Grammys - he always brought that high energy vibe to the show. 
Can't wait to see the performances and tributes to music legends... it's gonna be emotional! 
. Can't wait to watch it live and see who takes home those coveted Grammys 
. But at the same time, can't we take a moment to acknowledge the devastation caused by hurricanes in LA? It feels like we're glossing over that and just going back to business as usual 
. We need more diversity behind the mic, you know? It's time for some fresh faces and perspectives to shine through 
. It's gonna be a night to remember, but let's not forget about the real heroes behind the scenes 
The Grammys have become more about the celebrities than the actual music 
and can we talk about the lineup?! bruno mars and lady gaga together on stage is like a dream come true 
The Grammys are back on, but honestly who is excited? It feels like every year they're more focused on the same old "look at me" awards and not enough on actually recognizing talented artists 
. And Trevor Noah's last hurrah, yaaas finally a chance for some new blood to shine... or so I'm told 
. Will we see any actual "history-making moments" or just more of the same old formula? We'll have to wait and see, but let's be real, it's not like anyone's going to surprise us too much 
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. I'm loving the mix of old-school nostalgia and fresh faces in the music industry 
Kendrick Lamar's 17 nominations are no joke, he's definitely going to make history again 
! The average age of Grammy-goers has dropped from 42.6 to 38.5 years old over the past five years - that's some demographic shift 
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But, on a more positive note, the lineup for 2026 is looking insane! I'm obsessed with Lady Gaga's seven nominations – she's going to bring that fire to the stage 
I'm also intrigued by the all-star tribute segment – it's going to be so emotional watching all those legends take their final bow 