Who Took Home the Country Music Awards at the 2026 Grammys?
Four of the awards were announced before the prime time event.
www.countryliving.comJelly Roll captured Best Contemporary Country Album for Beautifully Broken at the 2026 Grammys, with Kelsea Ballerini, Tyler Childers, and Miranda Lambert among the notable names. The American Music Awards showcased a strong country presence, with nominees across male, female, and duo/group categories including Jelly Roll, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, and Lainey Wilson. Pre-telecast wins were reported for several country categories, while broader country-genre recognition persisted across Americana and Roots categories in early 2026 coverage. Other notes suggest a busy award season with cross-genre recognition and multiple ceremonies running ahead of the main telecasts. The Grammys and AMAs together underscored country music’s breadth across solo acts and collaborations.