Grammy Awards 2026: Kendrick Lamar & SZA Win Record of the Year with “Luther”
Los Angeles, CA — The 68th Annual Grammy Awards delivered one of the most exciting nights in music history on February 1, 2026, with Kendrick Lamar & SZA taking home Record of the Year for their hit collaboration “Luther.” :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Historic Wins & Big Moments
- Record of the Year: “Luther” — Kendrick Lamar & SZA. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Album of the Year: Bad Bunny, Debí Tirar Más Fotos — a first for a Spanish-language album. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Song of the Year: Billie Eilish & Finneas for “Wildflower.” :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Best New Artist: Olivia Dean. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Cher’s Moment at the 2026 Grammys
Iconic singer Cher received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and even presented the Record of the Year trophy. In a memorable moment, she initially announced legendary soul artist Luther Vandross as the winner — a nod to the song’s influence — before Kendrick Lamar and SZA accepted. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Bad Bunny’s Grammy Journey
Bad Bunny continued to make history in 2026. His album Debí Tirar Más Fotos won Album of the Year, making him the first Spanish-language artist to win the award. Beyond that, Bad Bunny now has a notable Grammy presence with several wins over his career, though his total Grammy wins before 2026 counted six overall. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Kendrick Lamar — Career & 2026 Success
Kendrick Lamar was one of the night’s biggest winners, adding to his Grammy legacy with multiple awards, including Record of the Year. His work has placed him among the genre’s most decorated artists. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
What Is “Record of the Year”?
Record of the Year honors the artist, producer, and recording team for a single track — recognizing performance and production rather than songwriting (which is what Song of the Year focuses on). :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Other Major Categories & Winners
In addition to the main awards, the Grammys featured victories across genres:
- Best Rap Album: Kendrick Lamar – “GNX.” :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- Best Pop Vocal Album: Lady Gaga – “Mayhem.” :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Best Music Video: Doechii – “Anxiety.” :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Is The Grammy Ceremony Over?
The main telecast aired and concluded on the night of February 1, 2026, after awarding all major categories at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time did the Grammys end?
- The televised ceremony typically runs for several hours and wrapped late Sunday night on February 1, 2026. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
- Did Olivia Dean win a Grammy?
- Yes — Olivia Dean won Best New Artist at the 2026 Grammys. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
- How many Grammys has Bad Bunny won?
- Prior to the 2026 show, Bad Bunny had won six Grammy Awards. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
- What is Song of the Year?
- Song of the Year honors songwriting and was won by Billie Eilish & Finneas for “Wildflower.” :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
Closing Thoughts
The 2026 Grammy Awards celebrated diversity, history-making achievements, and major milestones, from Kendrick Lamar & SZA’s “Luther” to Bad Bunny’s groundbreaking Album of the Year win. With artists like Cher, Olivia Dean, and Billie Eilish recognized across categories, the night was one for the books. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}