The 2026 Grammy Awards ended in a whirlwind of chaos and laughter, thanks to none other than Cher.
The legendary singer, 79, took the stage to present the Record of the Year award, only to accidentally announce the late Luther Vandross as the winner instead of Kendrick Lamar.
The blunder left both the audience and viewers at home in stitches.
Cher’s mix-up began innocently enough: she hesitated, staring at the crowd before laughing nervously.
“Oh! They told me it was gonna be on the prompter,” she quipped.
Realizing she actually had to open the envelope in her hand, she declared, “Luther Gandross!”
Kendrick Lamar, 38, who co-won the award with SZA for their single Luther, chuckled at the mistake before taking the stage.
Cher quickly corrected herself, exclaiming, “Oh, no, Kendrick Lamar!” while laughing along with the playful music.
Fans flooded social media with reactions ranging from shock to amusement.
Comments like “Cher high as hell man” and “Luther Vandross had me so weak” dominated feeds, capturing the viral nature of her onstage antics.
A Chaotic Appearance from Start to Finish
Cher’s stage presence had been unpredictable even before the award mishap.
Initially invited to present Record of the Year, she was interrupted by host Trevor Noah, who handed her a Lifetime Achievement Award first.
Cher delivered a heartfelt speech encouraging viewers to pursue their dreams, then awkwardly concluded, “Thank you. I guess I’m supposed to walk off now. All right,” before strolling off to thunderous applause—only to return moments later for the infamous award mix-up.
The Grammys were packed with memorable moments, starting from Trevor Noah’s opening monologue, which immediately fueled rumors of tension with Justin Bieber.
Bieber, seated with wife Hailey, went viral for his stiff smile and subtle grimaces during Noah’s jokes.
Fans speculated on social media about a possible feud, with comments like “Justin Bieber looks like he was about to murder Trevor Noah any second” capturing the awkward energy at the table.
Justin Bieber’s Bold Performance Divides Fans
Later, Justin grabbed attention again with a performance of his new track Yukon, performing in just his boxers while playing guitar.
The performance revealed his extensive tattoos and left fans divided.
Some praised the vulnerability and artistry of the moment, while others mocked the unusual choice of attire for the Grammys, joking, “Justin, this is the Grammys, not the beach.”
Miley Cyrus Faces Backlash for Grammy Reaction
Another heated social media moment involved Miley Cyrus, 33, who appeared to show little reaction when Lady Gaga won Best Pop Vocal Album for Mayhem, beating Cyrus’s Something Beautiful.
Gaga, 39, celebrated with tears and a kiss from fiancé Michael Polansky, while Sabrina Carpenter enthusiastically applauded.
Cyrus, however, remained seated, rubbing her hands and speaking quietly to fiancé Maxx Morando, prompting widespread criticism online.
A Touching Tribute to Ozzy Osbourne
The ceremony also honored the late Ozzy Osbourne, who passed six months ago.
Slash and Post Malone, joined by Chad Smith, Duff McKagan, and Andrew Watt, performed War Pigs by Black Sabbath.
Osbourne’s widow Sharon and children Kelly and Jack were visibly moved, many in tears, as the tribute unfolded.
Political Statements and Historic Wins
Billie Eilish and Bad Bunny made their own headlines with politically charged speeches.
Eilish, accepting Song of the Year for Wildflower, spoke about immigration and blasted ICE, while Bad Bunny, winning Album of the Year for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, dedicated the award to people leaving their homelands to pursue dreams.
Notably, Bad Bunny’s win marked the first full Spanish-language album to take home Album of the Year at the Grammys.
Trevor Noah teased Bad Bunny into singing a snippet of his album, creating a humorous moment despite the artist’s contractual limitations ahead of the Super Bowl halftime show.
The 2026 Grammys were a rollercoaster of laughter, controversy, heartfelt tributes, and historic moments—surely an awards show that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.
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