The 2025 Grammy Awards, held on February 2 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, delivered a night of memorable moments, both celebrated and controversial. Here's a recap of the evening's highlights and lowlights:
Best Moments:
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Beyoncé's Historic Album of the Year Win: Beyoncé made history by winning Album of the Year for Cowboy Carter, becoming the first Black woman to receive this honor since Lauryn Hill in 1999. Her initial stunned reaction, followed by a nudge from her daughter, Blue Ivy, to accept the award, became one of the night's most endearing moments.
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Chappell Roan's Best New Artist Award: Chappell Roan was honored with the Best New Artist award. In her acceptance speech, she emphasized the importance of record labels treating their artists as valuable employees, highlighting ongoing industry discussions about artist rights and support.
Worst Moments:
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Kanye West and Bianca Censori's Controversial Appearance: Kanye West and his wife, Bianca Censori, caused a stir with their red carpet appearance. Censori's revealing outfit drew significant attention and criticism, with commentator Dave Portnoy expressing his disapproval on social media.
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Drake's Unfortunate Evening: Drake faced a disappointing night, leaving the ceremony without any awards despite multiple nominations. His visible frustration during the event was noted by many attendees and viewers.
The 2025 Grammys showcased a blend of groundbreaking achievements and moments of contention, reflecting the dynamic and evolving landscape of the music industry.
For a visual recap of the night's top moments, you can watch the following video: