Grammy Awards 2026: Kendrick Lamar Leads Nominations as Tyler Childers and Lainey Wilson Take Home Trophies
LOS ANGELES, 2 February 2026 – The 68th Annual Grammy Awards ceremony, held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday 1 February, crowned a new slate of winners across 95 categories. While Kendrick Lamar entered the night with a leading nine nominations, artists like Tyler Childers and Lainey Wilson were among those celebrating victories in major country and American roots categories.
Major Winners and the Night’s Contenders
The 2026 ceremony, hosted once again by Trevor Noah, saw a competitive field. Kendrick Lamar was the most-nominated artist, followed closely by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and producer Cirkut with seven nominations each. In the country categories, Tyler Childers won for “Bitin’ List”, while Lainey Wilson took home a Grammy for “Somewhere Over Laredo”. Other winners included Shaboozey for “Good News”, Zach Top for “I Never Lie”, and Chris Stapleton for “A Song To Sing”. The ceremony also featured performances from Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, and Justin Bieber.
Key Facts & Historical Context
| Statistic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Ceremony Date | 1 February 2026 |
| Host | Trevor Noah |
| Venue | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles |
| Most Nominations | Kendrick Lamar (9) |
| Sample Winner (American Roots) | Tyler Childers – “Bitin’ List” |
| All-Time Grammy Record Holder | Sir Georg Solti (31 wins) |
| Most Wins by a Group | U2 |
French Media Coverage and Global Interest
In France, the ceremony was broadcast on NRJ Hits, with significant media attention focused on the three-way race between Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, and Lady Gaga for the top prizes. French outlets framed the event as the American equivalent of the Victoires de la Musique, providing extensive nominee lists and predictions in the lead-up to the ceremony. The international spotlight also fell on categories like Best Song Written for Visual Media, which featured nominations for Elton John & Brandi Carlile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the most Grammys in 2026?
The full list of winners across all 95 categories is still being updated. Early reports confirm wins for Tyler Childers, Lainey Wilson, Shaboozey, Zach Top, and Chris Stapleton in specific American roots and country categories. The winners in the major “General Field” categories (Album, Record, and Song of the Year) were announced during the primetime telecast.
How can I watch the Grammys in France?
The 68th Grammy Awards ceremony was broadcast live in France on the television channel NRJ Hits. Replays and highlights are typically available on the channel’s digital platforms and through international streaming services that carry American awards shows.
Who has won the most Grammys of all time?
The record for the most Grammy Awards won is held by the late conductor Sir Georg Solti, with 31 competitive wins. Among groups, U2 holds the record. Beyoncé holds the record for the most wins by a female artist and the most wins overall by any singer.