The Best Memes & Viral Moments From The 2026 Grammys

It’s time for another momentous night in music. Going into the 2026 Grammy Awards, there was plenty of history to be made — with Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga among the evening’s most-nominated artists, and a buzzy field of Best New Artist nominees including Olivia Dean, Addison Rae, and Victorious alum Leon Thomas. And whether or not your fave took home top honors, unexpected moments abounded.

Need some help keeping track of it all? From big winners to viral performances, here’s a recap of the best memes and tweets from the 2026 Grammys on Feb. 1.

Sabrina & Jeff’s “Manchild” Moment

Early into the ceremony, Sabrina Carpenter donned a flirty fight attendant ‘fit for a lively performance of “Manchild.” Her impassioned choreo — which included navigating a moving baggage carousel like a pro — inspired celebrities in the audience to dance along, including Jeff Goldblum and his wife Emilie Livingston.

Viewers couldn’t get enough of the playful moment. As one perfectly put it: “Sabrina Carpenter’s mic is ON and Jeff Goldblum is SWAYING spectacle is BACK.”

“The best part of Sabrina Carpenter‘s performance of ‘Manchild’ was watching Jeff Goldblum dance,” another fan declared on X (formerly Twitter).

Bad Bunny’s Meaningful Message

While accepting the Best Música Urbana Album award for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, Bad Bunny used his speech to call out ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in the wake of the agency’s ramped-up operations, and the recent killings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti.

“Before I say thanks to God, I’m gonna say: ICE out,” began the musician — voicing a sentiment that was also expressed in pins worn by several of his fellow Grammy-goers. “We’re not savage, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens, we are humans. And we are Americans.”

Later in his speech, Bad Bunny told viewers that “the only thing that is more powerful than hate is love.”

His message not only received a standing ovation at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, but resonated with viewers at home, too. Several fans said they were left in tears. One viewer called Bad Bunny’s speech “one of the highlights of the evening” and “so f*cking important,” and another praised him for “using his platform exactly the right way,” expressing their desire for other artists to do the same.

Lady Gaga’s Rock Era

In addition to bringing home the Best Pop Vocal Album Grammy for Mayhem, Lady Gaga treated audiences to a live, rock version of “Abracadabra.” It was another big dance moment for the evening — with many fans celebrating Laufey’s moves, in particular.

And as one fan humbly requested: “Need the Abracadabra rock version on streaming platforms as soon as humanly possible.”

Lola Young’s 1st Grammy

After performing a beautifully stripped-down version of “Messy” earlier in the evening, Lola Young took home the Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance — her first win ever, and a major feat in a category stacked with Chappell Roan, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, and Justin Bieber.

True to her hit song’s name, Young’s win was delightfully chaotic — from her sheer surprise at hearing her name announced, to her use of the word “f*cking” accidentally making it to air. “I love her so bad and her speech was so fun actually,” one fan wrote. “She’s the cutest.”

“Lola Young’s reaction is probably the best reaction for winning a Grammy that I’ve ever seen,” said one viewer, with another pointing out: “Lola Young definitely was not expecting that win her reaction was so genuine I’m happy for her !!!”

Billie Eilish’s Big Win

Song of the Year going to Billie Eilish’s “Wildflower” — which she co-wrote with her brother, Finneas — was another twist for Grammys predictors. In her speech, Eilish praised her fellow nominees before turning her attention to ICE. “No one is illegal on stolen land,” she said, encouraging the audience to use their voice and seemingly stating in a censored moment: “F*ck ICE.”

As one fan wrote on X, “oh billie eilish the woman and artist you are!!!! that is what using your platform is btw.”

Lauryn Hill’s Touching Tribute

Viewers were united in their love for Lauryn Hill’s portion of the In Memoriam tribute, where she honored D’Angelo and Roberta Flack. “Ms. Lauryn Hill is a legend for a reason,” one fan wrote. “She killed that.”

“That tribute was so incredible,” wrote another viewer. “Like I’m speechless and in tears. the whole stadium was on their feet and roaring! the power that music has!!! the power that BLACK music has!!! D’Angelo, Roberta Flack how MISSED and LOVED you are!!! Lauryn Hill the LIVING LEGEND you are!!! WOW!!!”

Cher’s Awkward Moment

While presenting Record of the Year, Cher briefly paused while looking for the winner on the screen in front of her. “Oh! They told me it was gonna be on the prompter,” she said, before opening her envelope and having another slip-up. “The Grammy goes to Luther Vandross,” she exclaimed, accidentally naming the late musician instead of the song “Luther” by Kendrick Lamar and SZA.

Many viewers couldn’t help but laugh at the mistake, but they also noted the way the winners took it in stride by giving Vandross his flowers. (“Luther” is indeed named for the artist, whose cover of “If This World Were Mine” is sampled in the new track). As one fan wrote: “Great moment for Kendrick and Co. to turn Cher’s slip-up into a full-on Luther Vandross tribute” — noting that it lent itself to a “very good speech.”