Grammys to proceed amid wildfires with 'renewed sense of purpose'
What's the story
The 67th Grammy Awards will proceed as scheduled on February 2, despite the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles.
In a letter to Recording Academy members, CEO Harvey Mason Jr. and board chair Tammy Hurt confirmed the decision.
While acknowledging the devastating impact of the fires, the Academy emphasized that the show will take on a "renewed sense of purpose," honoring those affected by the disaster and raising funds for wildfire relief efforts.
Fundraising initiative
Grammy Awards to support wildfire relief efforts
The letter stated, "This year's show, however, will carry a renewed sense of purpose: raising additional funds to support wildfire relief efforts and honoring the bravery and dedication of first responders who risk their lives to protect ours."
The Recording Academy and MusiCares have already launched the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort with an initial $1 million donation.
Additional contributions have increased this amount to over $2 million in emergency aid for those most affected by the fires.
Award ceremony
Grammy to honor best recordings and artists
The Grammy Awards will celebrate the best recordings, compositions, and artists for the September 16, 2023-August 30, 2024 period.
The ceremony will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
Grammys recently landed a new streaming deal with Disney after a 50-year run on CBS. The 10-year deal, which will be effective from 2027 to 2036, will see the music awards ceremony air on ABC, Hulu, and Disney+.