In a significant shift for the music industry, Noah’s final appearance as host will coincide with CBS’s last broadcast of the Grammy Awards before the show transitions to ABC and Disney platforms in 2027.
WASHINGTON — Trevor Noah is set to grace the Grammy Awards stage for a farewell performance as host.
The announcement came from CBS on Tuesday, revealing that the acclaimed comedian will host the 2026 Grammys for the sixth and concluding time. Alongside his hosting duties, Noah will also be an executive producer for the event.
Noah initially took up the hosting mantle in 2021, during his tenure as the host of “The Daily Show” on Comedy Central. He continued to bring his distinctive style to the Grammys even after departing from the late-night show in December 2022.
“We are absolutely delighted to have Trevor Noah return as the host for his sixth, albeit final, Grammy Awards,” said executive producer Ben Winston in a statement to Variety. “He has been an exceptional host—sharp, hilarious, and genuinely passionate about the music and the artists. His contributions have been nothing short of spectacular, and we look forward to an unforgettable finale with him.”
The 2026 Grammy Awards will signal the end of an era, as CBS concludes its long-standing partnership that began in 1973. From 2027, the prestigious event will be broadcast on ABC as part of a decade-long partnership with Disney. This new arrangement will see the Grammys airing on ABC, Hulu, and Disney+ until 2036.
This year’s nominations are led by Kendrick Lamar, who earned nine nods, including record, song and album of the year. Lady Gaga received seven nominations for her album “Mayhem,” followed by Sabrina Carpenter and Bad Bunny with six each.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will air live from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, Feb. 1, at 8 p.m. ET on CBS and will stream live and on demand on Paramount+.
