Kendrick Lamar Makes History With Grammys Best Rap Album Win

The highly successful rapper, coming off another incredible year for the 38-year-old artist from Compton, California, made Grammys history on February 1st, 2026. He won Best Rap Album for GNX and, with that win, surpassed Jay-Z to become the most-awarded rapper ever at the Grammys. (You can find a complete list of winners from the 2026 Grammys here.)