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2026 Grammys to Honor Ozzy Osbourne with Star-Studded Tribute

1/29/2026

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Summary

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The 2026 Grammy Awards will feature a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne on February 1, 2026, led by Post Malone with Slash, Duff McKagan, Chad Smith, and Andrew Watt.
The tribute is part of the In Memoriam segment honoring Roberta Flack and D’Angelo, with Lauryn Hill, Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson performing.
The ceremony will air live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles at 8 p.m. ET on CBS.

History

Historical Context

The 2026 Grammy Awards will honor Ozzy Osbourne, reflecting the music industry's evolution since the introduction of the Best Metal Performance category in 1984. This category recognized influential artists like Metallica, who have sold over 125 million albums. The tribute will feature musicians such as Post Malone and Slash, underscoring rock music's lasting impact and the Grammys' role in celebrating musical legacies.

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Story summary

The 2026 Grammy Awards will feature a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne on February 1, 2026, led by Post Malone with Slash, Duff McKagan, Chad Smith, and Andrew Watt.
The tribute is part of the In Memoriam segment honoring Roberta Flack and D’Angelo, with Lauryn Hill, Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson performing.
The ceremony will air live from Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles at 8 p.m. ET on CBS.

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