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Grammys 2024 updates: All the winners as Taylor Swift makes history

Women dominated in all of the major awards categories as Joni Mitchell, Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish and Tracy Chapman delivered stunning performances

Tom Murray
Los Angeles
,Roisin O'Connor,Nicole Vassell,Inga Parkel
Tuesday 06 February 2024 02:50 EST
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The 2024 Grammy Awards took place on Sunday 4 February, with female artists dominating the major categories on a night dubbed ‘Year of the Women’.

Taylor Swift won Album of the Year for the fourth time, setting a new record. Song of the Year went to Billie Eilish for “What Was I Made For?”, while Record of the Year was won by Miley Cyrus for “Flowers”.

Earlier in the night, Swift took the opportunity to announce a brand new album, The Tortured Poets Department.

The ceremony’s live performances were also dominated by women, with legendary singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell drawing an emotional reaction and a standing ovation. Other performers included Dua Lipa and Tracy Chapman, who memorably dueted with Luke Combs on a duet version of her hit “Fast Car”.

SZA had led the nominations with nine nods, and ended up winning three.

As awards ceremonies go, this was a night that truly had it all. Even a surprise cameo from Meryl Streep...

Flashback: Best looks at the 2023 Grammys

Grammys 2023: Stand out looks
Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 11:01

Will Travis Kelce be at the Grammys with Taylor Swift?

Sad news, TnT fans, Travis Kelce will not be at the Grammys with Taylor Swift.

On Wednesday 31 January, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end spoke on The Pat McAfee Show , where he opened up about his relationship with the singer and how much he wishes he could be her date at the awards show.

“It’s exciting for me, but it’s all brand new, man,” Kelce told the talk show host about the increased spotlight from his relationship. “From having the paparazzi follow me every single day into work, to just everybody having my name on their talk show every single day, whether it’s sports, whether it’s not sports, you know, it’s just been a crazy, crazy ride I could have never anticipated.”

“But I’m having fun with it,” he added. “The majority of the world is having fun with it... All the cranky NFL fans, we’re slowly bringing them in.”

Swift has attended Kelce’s football games starting in September, going on to attend a total of 12 games, with the Super Bowl marking her 13th. Following the team’s win against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday 28 January, the Grammy winner was attempting to quietly leave M&T Bank Stadium to head to an after-party to celebrate the Chiefs and Travis Kelce’s win when a fan noticed her and shouted, “You did that s**t!”

Will Travis Kelce be at the Grammys with Taylor Swift?

Kansas City Chiefs star has been a vocal supporter of his girlfriend’s achievements

Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 11:31

The huge Grammys record Taylor Swift could break this year

The 2024 Grammys are taking place tonight, where some of the world’s biggest artists will celebrate achivements and success in music from over the past 12 months.

Leading this year’s nominees is R&B singer-songwriter SZA with nine nods, including Album of the Year, Best Record and Best Song. Victoria Monét, Phoebe Bridgers and producer Serban Ghenea follow closely behind with seven a piece.

Meanwhile, Taylor Swift landed six total nods and will compete in each of the major categories: Album of the Year, Record of the Year and Song of the Year.

Here are the records that could be shattered tonight:

The huge Grammys record Taylor Swift could break this year

Swift, along with several other artists, could make history at the 2024 Grammys

Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 12:01

What’s inside this year’s Grammy Awards gift bags? The question is, what isn’t?

The 2024 Grammy Awards are almost here, as the Recording Academy prepares for the biggest night in music. Much like every year, only some nominated musicians will be taking home the coveted prizes for Album of the Year or Song of the Year. However, not everyone will be leaving empty handed.

For the 25th year in a row, Los Angeles-based marketing company Distinctive Assets will be handing out luxury gift bags to presenters and performers, including Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, and returning host Trevor Noah. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the 2024 Grammys gift bags are valued at $36,000 and include a variety of lavish products inside.

Let’s take a peek:

Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 12:31

What is Morgellons disease, the mysterious and controversial condition Joni Mitchell claims she has?

Joni Mitchell is expected to make her first-ever Grammys performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards on Sunday 4 February. The Canadian singer-songwriter, 80, has made only a handful of live performances after she suffered a brain aneurysm in 2015.

Following her hospitalisation in 2015, much attention was placed on Mitchell’s rare condition – which she has spoken candidly about in the past – known as Morgellons disease. The little-known skin condition is characterised by patients as having biting and stinging sensations under the skin. However, the controversial condition has raised eyebrows among the medical community, many of who believe that its symptoms are caused by a psychiatric disorder.

What is Joni Mitchell’s mysterious illness Morgellons disease?

What is Joni Mitchell’s mysterious illness Morgellons disease, as 80-year-old singer prepares for first-ever Grammy Awards performance

Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 13:01

Trevor Noah opens up on nerves ahead of hosting 2024 Grammy Awards

Trevor Noah opens up on nerves ahead of hosting 2024 Grammy Awards
Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 13:31

Travis Kelce explains why he won't be able to join Taylor Swift at the Grammys

Travis Kelce explains why he won't be able to join Taylor Swift at the Grammys
Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 14:01

Who’s sitting where at the 2024 Grammy Awards?

Taylor Swift’s table buddy for the 2024 Grammy Awards has been announced.

The 34-year-old “Style” vocalist will attend the 66th annual ceremony at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on 4 February. While fans were hoping for Swift and her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, to make their red-carpet debut there, the NFL tight end can’t accompany her. Kelce will be occupied at practice before Super Bowl LVIII the following Sunday.

Though we can’t expect a Travis and Taylor table moment, the spot next to the “Anti-Hero” artist has been filled by a broken-hearted ballad-singing icon like her. On 1 February, CBS posted a seating teaser on TikTok, revealing where Swift would be sat during the show.

Who’s sitting where at the 2024 Grammy Awards?

Travis Kelce will be at Super Bowl practice during the 66th annual Grammy Awards

Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 14:31

Who’s performing at the Grammy Awards this year?

Who’s performing at the Grammy Awards this year?

Ceremony will include memorable performances from Joni Mitchell, SZA, U2, Luke Combs and Tracy Chapman

Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 15:01

Taylor Swift dances to Bad Bunny at the 2023 Grammys

Taylor Swift dances to Bad Bunny at the 2023 Grammys
Roisin O'Connor4 February 2024 15:31

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