Here’s how the award ceremony honored the musicians we lost last year.
The ceremonys In Memoriam segment opened with Wonder celebrating the life of his close friend,Tony Bennett.
So Tony, Im gonna miss you forever.
Stevie Wonder and Tony Bennett at the 2024 Grammys.JC Olivera/WireImage
At the end, Lennox raised her fist in the air and declared, Artists for ceasefire.
Peace in the world.
Then, the camera cut over toLenny Kravitzas he paid his respects to late music executive, Clarence Avant.
Annie Lennox at the 2024 Grammys.Amy Sussman/Getty Images
Our love and respect for Tina grew as we witnessed her bravely reclaim her freedom.
A one-of-a-kind crooner, Bennettdied at 96 on July 21.
She continued to release new music and, at times, court controversy throughout her career.
Jon Batiste and Ann Nesby at the 2024 Grammys.Amy Sussman/Getty Images
Avant, often described as the “Black Godfather” of entertainment,died at 92 on Aug. 14.
An unforgettable pop icon,Turner died at 83 on May 24after a long illness.
She earned eight Grammy awards throughout her decades-long career.
Fantasia Barrino at the 2024 Grammys.Amy Sussman/Getty Images
The 66th Grammy Awards aired live on CBS from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
