Harry Styles and Doechiiare officially confirmed as the first presenters for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, the Recording Academy announced ahead of the February 1 ceremony in Los Angeles.
This marks the first wave of presenter names revealed for the 2026 show, with more to be announced in the coming days. The 68th Grammys, often referred to as music’s biggest night, will take place at Crypto.com Arena and be broadcast live on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. Trevor Noah is set to return as host for what the academy has stated is his sixth and final year in the role.
What This Presenter Announcement Means
The Recording Academy’s decision to bring both Styles and Doechii to the stage signals a blend of pop and hip-hop influence at this year’s telecast. Styles, known for his multi-genre success as a solo artist and with One Direction, has won multiple Grammy Awards and remains a global chart force. Doechii, recognized for her breakthrough in rap and R&B, is one of the more nominated artists of the year, appearing across key categories.
Industry observers often view the choice of early presenters as setting the tone for the broadcast, hinting at the ceremony’s balance of established stars and rising talents.
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Looking Ahead to the 68th Annual Grammy Awards
The Grammy nominations were announced last November, highlighting a field led in nominations by Kendrick Lamar, with strong showings from artists such as Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, Leon Thomas, SZA, and Doechii herself.
In addition to the televised show, the Grammy Premiere Ceremony will precede the main broadcast, celebrating winners in additional categories and spotlighting music industry professionals often unseen by the wider audience.
As the Recording Academy continues rolling out presenter and performer names, Styles and Doechii’s early inclusion creates anticipation about the mix of genres and voices celebrated at this year’s awards.
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