• Grammys 2026 airs live Sunday on CBS and Paramount+.
• Trevor Noah hosts for the final time; Ben Winston and Harvey Mason Jr. run the show.
• Bad Bunny will not perform because of a Super Bowl conflict; all eight Best New Artist nominees will.
• The Recording Academy highlights membership diversification; the broadcast moves to ABC in 2027.
H2: Quick overview
The 68th Grammy Awards will air live Sunday on CBS and stream on Paramount+. Producers Ben Winston and Harvey Mason Jr., key architects of the telecast, have laid out a plan that balances awards, performances and star moments while signaling a broader industry shift — including moves to diversify Recording Academy membership.
H3: Host and production team
Trevor Noah returns as host for what has been announced as his final Grammys appearance. Executive producer Ben Winston and Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. have overseen the show’s creative and logistical direction, aiming to keep the telecast brisk and performance-forward.
H3: Who will — and won’t — perform
Notable absences include Bad Bunny, who will not appear because his Super Bowl commitments create a scheduling conflict. Despite that, producers confirmed that all eight nominees for Best New Artist will perform on the telecast, a format decision designed to spotlight emerging talent and give viewers a compact showcase of the category.
H2: What organizers are emphasizing
The Recording Academy has emphasized efforts to diversify its membership and expand the pool of voters and creators involved in the Grammy process. Producers say the show will reflect that shift through its lineup and by highlighting artists from multiple genres.
H3: Broadcasting changes ahead
While CBS and Paramount+ handle this year’s live broadcast, the Grammys will move to ABC in 2027. That upcoming network transition is shaping long-term planning for the show’s format and partnerships.
H2: What viewers should expect Sunday night
Expect a mix of high-production numbers, short acceptance speeches and a steady rotation through major categories. With Trevor Noah’s send-off as host and a promise to feature every Best New Artist nominee, the telecast aims to deliver both star power and moments focused on rising artists.
H3: How to watch
The show airs live Sunday on CBS and streams on Paramount+. Check local listings for exact start time and any pre-show coverage.
H2: Final note
The 2026 Grammys are positioned as both a celebration of the industry’s current stars and a stage for emerging artists, even as scheduling conflicts and the upcoming network move shape the night’s lineup. For viewers, the night promises performances, awards and the final Trevor Noah-hosted Grammys moment.
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