Justin Bieber to Perform at 2026 Grammy Awards

In a major announcement for music fans, the Recording Academy confirmed on Wednesday that Justin Bieber will take the stage at this Sunday's Grammy Awards. This marks the pop superstar's first significant public performance in four years, a highly anticipated return following his withdrawn 2022 tour. Bieber, who is nominated for four awards this year, has maintained a lower public profile recently, dedicating time to his family with wife Hailey Bieber and his music.

The singer's comeback set is expected to feature material from his latest project, the two-part album "Swag." Industry observers speculate that "Daisies," a track from "Swag" that is also nominated for Best Pop Solo Performance, will likely be included in his performance. Apart from a few private shows and a 2024 guest spot with SZA, this Grammy stage appearance represents his most prominent live moment since stepping back from touring. This strategic return at a major industry event underscores a careful rebuilding phase for Bieber, who has also been restructuring his professional team after his split from longtime manager Scooter Braun in 2023.

Justin Bieber's four Grammy nominations highlight his artistic evolution, spanning pop and R&B. He is up for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album for "Swag," Best R&B Performance for "Yukon," and the aforementioned Best Pop Solo Performance nod. His return adds star power to a performer lineup that already includes Sabrina Carpenter, Pharrell Williams, Clipse, and KATSEYE, with more names to be announced. Presenters will include Harry Styles and Doechii.

The 68th Grammy Awards, hosted for the sixth and final time by Trevor Noah, will air live on February 1 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. As music critic Elena Martinez noted, "A Grammy performance is a powerful statement of an artist's place in the current landscape. For Bieber, this isn't just a comeback; it's a re-introduction on his own terms." Prior to the main ceremony, the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony will be streamed live from Los Angeles's Peacock Theater at 12:30 p.m. PT on live.Grammy.com, where the majority of awards are traditionally presented.