Cara Delevingne swapped her signature blonde for a rich chocolate brown on Thursday night, turning heads at the Warner Music Group pre-Grammy party in Los Angeles.
The supermodel, now 33, paired her new hair color with a bold, androgynous ensemble—a pinstripe oversized suit layered over a purple shirt and striped tie.
She accessorized with a striking gold brooch, a red rectangular handbag, and matching stilettos, proving once again why she’s a Vogue cover favorite.
Alongside her, Scout Willis, 34, stole the spotlight in a daring sheer polka-dot gown, going braless and flashing hints of her underwear.
Scout’s pop of scarlet—handbag and heels—added the perfect touch of drama.
And Benson Boone, 23, known for last year’s Best New Artist nomination, danced his way down the carpet in sleek all-black, shades on, showing off his effortless cool.
Grammy Night Countdown: Los Angeles Gears Up
Music’s biggest night is almost here.
On Sunday, February 1, the 68th Annual Grammy Awards will take over Los Angeles’s Crypto.com Arena.
CBS will broadcast the three-hour show live in the US, with streaming available on Paramount+.
Trevor Noah will return as host for the sixth year in a row, promising laughs and insider commentary on the night’s star-studded proceedings.
Nominations, revealed last November, highlight Kendrick Lamar leading with nine nods, closely followed by Lady Gaga with seven.
Taylor Swift’s frequent collaborator Jack Antonoff and pop producer Cirkut also picked up multiple mentions.
Rising star Sabrina Carpenter scored six nominations for her album Man’s Best Friend, making her one of the must-watch performers this year.
New Grammy Categories Shake Up the Competition
The Recording Academy is introducing two fresh categories this year: Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover.
The new country award splits the former Best Country Album into contemporary and traditional tracks—a move prompted by Beyoncé’s 2025 sweep with Cowboy Carter.
“The Academy’s goal is to reflect today’s music landscape and honor as many deserving artists as possible,” said CEO Harvey Mason Jr. Only albums commercially released in the US between August 31, 2024, and August 30, 2025, were eligible.
Voting wrapped up in early January, setting the stage for some major surprises.
Album of the Year Favorites: Kendrick, Gaga, and Carpenter
The Album of the Year race is fierce. Kendrick Lamar’s GNX marks his fifth consecutive nomination—unprecedented in Grammy history.
If he wins, it’ll be his first in this coveted category.
He’s also up for Record and Song of the Year with his hit Luther featuring SZA, alongside nods in Best Rap and Pop categories.
Lady Gaga could make history too. MAYHEM is up for Album of the Year, while her lead single Abracadabra competes in both Record and Song of the Year categories.
For Gaga, this marks the first time she’s simultaneously nominated in all three major categories.
Meanwhile, Sabrina Carpenter’s Man’s Best Friend rounds out the top contenders, highlighting her rapid rise in pop music.
Pop Icons and Chart-Toppers Hit the Stage
Justin Bieber will finally return to the Grammy stage after a four-year hiatus.
The 31-year-old pop star, nominated in four categories including Album of the Year for SWAG, is expected to perform, possibly alongside wife Hailey Bieber.
Fans are buzzing over the potential tension, too, as Selena Gomez—Bieber’s ex—will also attend, nominated for Bluest Flame with producer Benny Blanco.
Lady Gaga, Rosé, and Sabrina Carpenter are confirmed performers, promising a mix of powerhouse vocals, pop anthems, and high-energy numbers.
Taylor Swift fans, however, will be disappointed—her latest album The Life of a Showgirl missed the cutoff by just two months, leaving her absent from this year’s nominations.
Record of the Year and Song of the Year Contenders
Record of the Year features heavy hitters like Bad Bunny (DtMF), Sabrina Carpenter (Manchild), Doechii (Anxiety), Billie Eilish (Wildflower), and the Gaga-Lamar-Rosé trifecta.
Song of the Year, spotlighting the songwriters behind the hits, mirrors much of the same roster, swapping in Chappell Roan’s Golden from the KPop Demon Hunters soundtrack.
This year’s awards are notable for diversity, with several first-time nominees—Zara Larsson, Tate McRae, and PinkPantheress—joining established icons.
Genre Highlights: Country, R&B, Jazz, and Beyond
The Grammys always celebrate a broad spectrum of music.
Tyler Childers, Miranda Lambert, and Chris Stapleton lead the country categories, while Justin Bieber, Chris Brown, Leon Thomas, and SZA dominate R&B nods.
Jazz enthusiasts will enjoy Bon Iver, The Cure, and Chick Corea taking home awards, while global artists like Burna Boy, Angélique Kidjo, and Bad Bunny bring international flair.
New categories like Best Traditional Country Album and Best Album Cover underscore the Academy’s commitment to expanding the recognition of different musical styles and achievements.
Special Mentions and Notable Nods
Producer Jack Antonoff, who worked with Lamar and Carpenter, and Cirkut, who produced Gaga and Rosé, lead the production categories with seven nominations each.
The ceremony also honors technical artistry, from engineering awards to immersive audio albums, classical compositions, and even video game soundtracks.
This year, the Grammys promise a mix of glamour, high-stakes competition, and unforgettable performances—a night where superstars, emerging artists, and producers alike will share the spotlight.
The Final Countdown
From Cara Delevingne’s bold hair transformation to Bieber’s stage comeback, the 2026 Grammys are shaping up to be one of the most anticipated music events of the year.
With groundbreaking new categories, fierce competition in all major awards, and a host of powerhouse performers, LA is ready to celebrate the artistry, creativity, and sheer spectacle that make the Grammys a global highlight for music fans.
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