The 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards almost didn’t happen this year. The tragic Los Angeles wildfires that wreaked havoc on Altadena and Pacific Palisades on January 7th became the focal point of this year’s GRAMMY celebrations. And rightfully so, because it was the only way such a lavish celebration could have been pulled off given the collective trauma Los Angeles is going through. Despite the many tears shed throughout the show, there were moments of joy and empowerment. Check out our 10 favorite moments from the 2025 GRAMMYs below.
10. Beyoncé Wins Her First GRAMMY for Album of the Year
As Trevor Noah said during the GRAMMYs’ broadcast, it’s “insane” that Beyoncé finally won Album of the Year. “She had 19 nominations and now an Album (of the Year) is won.” The brave and honorable County of Los Angeles Fire Department, presented the award for album of the year and awarded it to Beyoncé.
9. Chappell Roan Fans to the Pink Pony Club at the GRAMMYs
In da Pink Pony Clerb we all fam.
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8. Doechii Wins the GRAMMY for “Best Rap Album” for Alligator Bites Never Heal
The Swamp Princess wins and we are so here for it.
7. Kendrick Lamar Wins the GRAMMY for Record of the Year for “Not Like Us”
Kendrick dedicates his GRAMMY to the city: Compton, Watts … and then some (you gotta read the comments on this one, if you know, you know).
6. Small Businesses in Altadena Affected by the Eaton Fire Received Commercials During the GRAMMYs
Rhythms of the Village in Altadena was one of the commercial breaks during the 2025 GRAMMYs. Their spot also featured Anderson. Paak. The awards show gave advertising space to small businesses affected by the Eaton fire.
5. Charli XCX Performs “Guess” at The GRAMMYs
Charli had everyone dancing at the GRAMMYs except The Dare. Perhaps the Movement 💋 was too much a Good Time. Who knows because You Can Never Go Home after the GRAMMYs.
4. Chappell Roan Speaking Up at the GRAMMYs
“Labels, we got you, but do you got us?”
3. Doechii Shares a Special Message at the GRAMMYs
GRAMMY winner Doechii shares a heartfelt and inspiring message for all Black girls and Black women.
2. Alicia Keys Speaks Up at the GRAMMYs for DEI and Women Producers
“DEI is not a threat, it’s a gift.” Alicia Keys delivered an inspiring speech at the GRAMMYs as she received the Dr. Dre Global Impact Grammy Award.
According to the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative, in 2024, there were 237 producers credited across the most popular songs of the year. Of those producers, 94.1 were men and 5.9% were women.
1. GRAMMYs Shine a Light on Los Angeles Fire Relief Efforts and Acknowledge Community Suffering
Watching the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards without shedding many tears was impossible. The amount of coverage the LA Fires received throughout the ceremony was the show’s focal point, and rightfully so. The pain of witnessing the destruction of our beloved community in Altadena and Pasadena will always be felt. Some of us still have to see the wreckage every day because this is where we live, where we bonded with friends, our schools, and the many small businesses that once flourished in Altadena and will flourish again. We chose to support those businesses still standing amongst the carnage, even if it means crying each time we see the remains of our friends’ homes and our children’s classrooms. We want to see the community thrive so it can be rebuilt. This is why it’s important to continue supporting those most in need—like the families still displaced at the Pasadena Convention Center and other evacuation shelters.
The Los Angeles wildfires, which ravaged Altadena and Pallisades, are now the second (Eaton fire) and third (Pallisades Fire) most destructive wildfires on record in California. They are estimated to have destroyed more than 16,000 homes and other structures. Rebuilding costs could reach hundreds of billions of dollars.
The GRAMMYs raised over $7 million from viewers watching at home. Let’s hope all the many multimillionaires in attendance also opened their pockets to show their support.
LA Fire Relief Resources
Displaced Black Families GoFund Me Directory
Displaced Latine Families – LA Fires Mutual Aid Directory
Support Immigrant Workers Impacted by the Los Angeles Fires
Donate to Odyssey Charter School South
Pasadena Unified Schools Learning and Meals Resources
LA County Parks and Recreation Care Camps
LA Fires Master Directory For Support & Resources (you can find everything here)
Report Price Gouging (Rental Housing, Hotels, Medical Supplies, Etc.)
Support The Music Community – Fire Loss
MusiCares Disaster Relief Support
The Guitar Center Music Foundation
Just Announced Fire Relief Benefit Concerts in Los Angeles
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