Grammy Awards 2026: Kendrick Lamar wins Record Of The Year, Dalai Lama also awarded

The Grammy Awards 2026 turned into a landmark celebration of global music and storytelling, with winners spanning continents, languages and genres. The ceremony stood out for recognising diverse artistic voices, underlining the Recording Academy’s continued push toward inclusivity and cultural representation.

One of the most talked-about moments of the night was the Dalai Lama’s historic win in the Best Audio Book, Narration and Storytelling Recording category. At the age of 90, he became one of the oldest first-time Grammy winners, earning the award for his reflective narration that resonated strongly with listeners worldwide. Music categories were dominated by Bad Bunny, who created history by winning Album of the Year and Record of the Year, becoming the first artist to achieve the feat with a Spanish-language album. Billie Eilish secured Song of the Year, while Olivia Dean was named Best New Artist, highlighting a strong year for both established and emerging talent.

Other major winners included Kendrick Lamar for Best Rap Album and Lady Gaga for Best Pop Vocal Album, while awards across rock, R&B, country and global music further showcased the breadth of talent honoured in 2026. Overall, the Grammy Awards reaffirmed their evolving identity as a truly international celebration of artistic excellence.