Bad Bunny Wins Album of the year as 2026 Grammys Honour Music’s Biggest Stars

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The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place tonight at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrating the year’s biggest achievements in music with memorable performances and historic wins. Hosted by Trevor Noah in his final year as host, the ceremony delivered unforgettable moments and a wide range of standout artists onstage.

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny made music history, taking home Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos – the first-ever Spanish-language album to win the Grammy’s top prize. The win marks one of Bad Bunny’s biggest career milestones, as he also secured multiple other awards during the night.

British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean was named Best New Artist, a major accolade affirming her rising global impact and soulful songwriting. In her acceptance speech, Dean celebrated her heritage and spoke about perseverance in the music industry.

In other major categories:

• ‌Billie Eilish won Song of the Year for “Wildflower,” praised for its songwriting and emotional depth.

• ‌Lady Gaga took home Best Pop Vocal Album for Mayhem, adding to her long list of Grammy honors.

• ‌Lola Young earned her first Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance with “Messy,” marking a personal triumph after a challenging period away from the spotlight.

The night also featured electrifying performances from music’s biggest names, including Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Tyler, The Creator, and Rosé, along with a special segment showcasing all Best New Artist nominees.

The 2026 Grammys were a celebration of diversity and musical excellence, blending global sounds and genres while spotlighting both established icons and breakthrough talent.