Olivia Dean accepting her Grammy. (Photo: Reuters)
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Moneycontrol02-02-2026, 11:00

Olivia Dean, Shaboozey, Kehlani Champion Immigrant Rights at Grammys 2026

  • Best New Artist Olivia Dean dedicated her Grammy win to her immigrant roots, emphasizing the bravery and sacrifices of immigrants.
  • Shaboozey, a first-time Grammy winner, honored his immigrant mother, stating, "Immigrants built this country, literally, actually."
  • Songwriter Amy Allen and artist Kehlani made visible statements against ICE, with Kehlani explicitly saying "(expletive) ICE" during her acceptance speech.
  • Music icon Gloria Estefan expressed concern over children in detention centers, stating she doesn't recognize her country.
  • Justin and Hailey Bieber showed solidarity by wearing "ICE OUT" pins on the red carpet.

Why It Matters: Grammys 2026 became a powerful platform for artists to advocate for immigrant rights and speak against ICE.

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