Kendrick Lamar & Beyoncé Make History With 2025 Grammys Wins
Kendrick Lamar and Beyoncé made history at the 2025 Grammys, taking home top honors in their respective categories. Lamar won the award for Best Rap Album, while Beyoncé took home the award for Best Music Video.
The ceremony, which was held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, featured a star-studded lineup of performers and presenters. The event was also marked by several surprise appearances and viral moments, including a duet between K-pop group BTS and one-time Grammy nominee Halsey.
Lamar’s win for Best Rap Album marks his 18th Grammy Award, while Beyoncé’s award for Best Music Video marks her 28th win. The two artists have now tied with Georg Solti, who holds the record for the most Grammy wins by an individual at 31.
The 2025 Grammys also saw a number of other notable winners, including Lizzo, who won the award for Record of the Year, and Billie Eilish, who won the award for Best New Artist. The night also saw a special performance by Taylor Swift, who was making her first appearance at the Grammys in five years.
The 2025 Grammys were broadcast live on CBS and CBS All Access, and were watched by 10.4 million viewers, according to Nielsen ratings. The event was also streamed live on various social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.