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Grammy Awards Transition: CBS Out, Disney Deal Ahead

1/26/2026

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  • Harvey Mason Jr. says this year's Grammy Awards will be the last with CBS before a new $500 million deal with Disney.
  • He notes his six-year tenure includes addressing pandemic-related challenges and controversies while updating the Academy's membership and operations.
  • The Academy mobilized over $25 million for pandemic relief and $24 million for wildfire aid.
  • Mason emphasizes voting representation and acknowledges concerns about country music’s underrepresentation in major categories.