Grammys 2021: Beyoncé Leads Nominees in Show Affected by LA Wildfires
The upcoming 67th Grammy Awards are set to take place this Sunday, with a unique focus on supporting wildfire victims in Los Angeles. The show has been restructured by the Recording Academy to provide aid to those affected by the fires, with $2 million in emergency assistance already distributed and over $4 million pledged to help those in the music industry impacted by the wildfires.
In addition to the usual award presentations and performances, the Grammys this year will also serve as a platform to raise awareness and drive donations to benefit those in need. Hosted by comedian Trevor Noah for the fifth consecutive year, the event promises to be a memorable occasion with some of the biggest names in music coming together.
For those eager to tune in, the Grammys will be broadcast live on CBS and Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. Eastern time. Viewers can also catch the show on live TV streaming services like Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and FuboTV. The premiere ceremony, hosted by songwriter Justin Tranter, will air at 3:30 p.m. Eastern/12:30 p.m. Pacific on Sunday and can be streamed on the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel and GRAMMY.com.
Leading the pack of nominees this year is Beyoncé, with 11 Grammy nods bringing her career total to an impressive 99 nominations. Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Charli xcx follow closely behind with seven nominations each. Excitement is in the air as fans wonder if this will finally be Beyoncé’s year to take home the album of the year award, potentially making her the first Black woman to do so in the 21st century.
The star-studded lineup of performers at the 2025 Grammys includes names like Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, Janelle Monáe, and Will Smith, who will be paying tribute to the late Quincy Jones. Taylor Swift will also be in attendance as a presenter, alongside other big names like Cardi B, Olivia Rodrigo, and John Legend. It’s sure to be a night to remember, filled with incredible talent and moving performances.
