Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar win big in Grammys ceremony filled with anti-ICE sentiment

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Benjamin LeeFebruary 2, 2026 at 05:57 AM

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At the recent Grammy Awards, Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar were major winners, with Bad Bunny making history as the first Spanish-language artist to win album of the year. Lamar became the most-awarded rapper in Grammys history. The ceremony also featured numerous artists expressing anti-ICE sentiments, with some wearing anti-ICE pins and others speaking out against anti-immigration policies during their acceptance speeches. Artists like Billie Eilish and Olivia Dean also voiced their support for immigrants and criticized current policies. The event took place in Los Angeles, California, and served as a platform for musicians to address social and political issues alongside celebrating musical achievements.

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Chappell Roan 30% Olivia Dean 40% Kehlani 40% Jay Z 40% Justin Bieber 40% Carole King 40% Billie Eilish 50% SZA ×250% Donald Trump 60% ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) ×370% Kendrick Lamar ×380% Bad Bunny ×590%

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anti-ice sentiment 90% grammys 90% bad bunny 80% kendrick lamar 80% immigration 70% social justice 60% music awards 60% spanish-language artist 50% protest 40%

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