After a hiatus from major public performances since 2022, global pop star
Justin Bieber is set to make a highly anticipated return to the stage at the Grammy Awards 2026.
The announcement has generated significant excitement among fans, as the singer has largely stayed away from large-scale live performances over the past few years. In an official announcement, the Grammys announced on their handle, "He’s back. @lilbieber hits the GRAMMY stage for a night you’ll never forget."
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Justin Bieber returns to Grammys stage
Notably, Bieber has received four Grammy nominations this year. He is nominated for album of the year for Swag, his first studio album since 2021's Justice. In addition, he is in the running for best pop vocal performance, best pop vocal album, and best R&B performance, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.
Grammy Awards 2026 performers
Prior to the announcement of Bieber's performance, the Recording Academy had confirmed that several other prominent artists would also take the stage during the ceremony. These include Sabrina Carpenter, hip-hop duo Clipse, and music icon Pharrell Williams. The Academy also revealed that there will be a special segment featuring all eight nominees in the best new artist category this year. The nominees include Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marias, offering audiences a showcase of emerging talent across genres.