From Blue Ivy and Beyoncé to Viola Davis, let us revisit every history made at this year’s Grammys
Year after year, the Grammy Awards night is an event like no other! For over six decades in the entertainment industry, the prestigious awards show has recognized the best and brightest artists worldwide. With categories spanning a diverse range of musical genres—from pop to classical music—the Grammys provide a platform for the biggest and new names in music to highlight their remarkable talents.
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This year, the highly anticipated awards ceremony once again attracted a star-studded audience. From electrifying performances, unexpected wins, and historical accolades, the Grammys never fail to create a buzz as they continue to bring the most significant moments in music.
The second youngest Grammy winner is Blue Ivy Carter
At just nine years old, Blue Ivy Carter has made a huge impact in the music industry, becoming the second youngest Grammy winner in history. She won the award for her contribution to the music video of “Brown Skin Girl,” a celebratory anthem for women of color. The song was featured on her mother’s critically acclaimed album, The Lion King: The Gift. It received widespread praise for its empowering message and stunning visuals. Blue Ivy’s Grammy win serves as a bright beacon, not just for young girls everywhere, but for anyone who dares to dream and pursue their passions with unwavering determination.
The fact that she won shows how talented she is and how much her parents, Jay-Z and Beyoncé, have influenced her.
Beyoncé is the most honored Grammy winner
There is no doubt that all eyes were on Beyoncé during the Grammy Awards, as she was hailed as the most awarded Grammy recipient in history. This title was set in stone after she received her 32nd trophy at this year’s ceremonies, winning the Best Dance/Electronic Music for Renaissance. She also won Best R&B Song for the song “Cuff It” from her hit album.
As the artist who created such an unparalleled legacy, Beyoncé ended her historical acceptance speech with gratitude to the queer community for sending their love and inventing the genre.
The award-winning artist collaborated with many black queer and transgender icons on Renaissance.
First trans woman to win the Grammys
German pop singer Kim Petras made history as she is the first transgender woman to win the Grammy for Best Pop Duo with Sam Smith for their group performance in the song “Unholy.”
The duo accepted the award on the Grammys stage, but the “Stay With Me” singer gave the floor to Kim Petras. She took the opportunity to thank the transgender legends in history for paving the way for her to enter the industry. Lastly, she also honored her mother who had believed that she was a girl since day one.
The song “Unholy” is included in Sam Smith’s album Gloria, and is the British musician’s first number one Billboard hit in the United States. According to reports, Sam Smith wanted this piece to encourage others to free themselves from the clutches of others’ secrets.
18th person to join the EGOT club
Award-winning actress and author Viola Davis officially reached EGOT status as the Grammys completed her checklist of prestigious awards this year. She is now one of the personalities who has historically received an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony.
In 2015, the How to Get Away with Murder lead took home an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress for her iconic role as Annalise Keating. Meanwhile, her Tony and Oscar wins from 2010 and 2017, respectively, were for her exceptional on-stage and screen performances as Rose Maxson in Fences. Last but not least, the award that completed the slate for Viola Davis is a Grammy Award for Best Audiobook, Narration & Storytelling Recording, recognizing her New York Times best-selling novel, Finding Me: A Memoir, which she read herself.
In her speech, Viola was emotional while sharing that the book was written to honor her younger self’s life. She also thanked her family and recognized them as the best chapter in her book. Joining Whoopi Goldberg, Jennifer Hudson, Audrey Hepburn, Rita Moreno, Mel Brooks, and many others, Davis is the third black woman in history to become an EGOT winner.
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