South African comedian Trevor Noah is set to return as the host of the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, marking his fifth consecutive year in this prestigious role.
The highly anticipated event will take place on February 2, 2025, in Los Angeles, despite the city’s ongoing battle with destructive wildfires in recent weeks.
“This year’s ceremony carries a renewed sense of purpose, with additional efforts to support wildfire relief initiatives and honouring the bravery and dedication of first responders who risk their lives to protect ours,” stated The Recording Academy and CBS in a joint press release.
To further aid those affected, The Recording Academy and MusiCares have pledged $1 million to assist individuals in the music industry, alongside launching the Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort.
Noah’s role as host cements his place in Grammy history, as he becomes the first comedian to achieve the milestone of hosting the awards five times. According to Billboard, only music stars have previously reached similar heights: Andy Williams hosted seven times, John Denver six, and LL Cool J five.
The 40-year-old comedian, who is also nominated for Best Comedy Album for his Netflix special Where Was I, will serve as a producer for the live show.
Reflecting on the pressures of hosting, Noah shared in a previous interview with Variety, “Like, I cannot imagine what it would be like to tell a joke and turn and see Beyoncé going [shakes his head and scowls]. Because that would mean whenever I listened to Beyoncé’s music, I would forever have that image in my head. If you don’t do well for a live audience, OK, you’re gonna bounce back; if you don’t do well for a home audience, OK, some people are going to comment online. But to have the look of disappointment come from an icon or somebody that you really love — I do not wish for that experience. So I work twice as hard,” he said.
This year’s Grammys also spotlight leading nominees, including Beyoncé, whose trailblazing album Cowboy Carter earned her 11 nominations. Billie Eilish follows with seven nominations, while Taylor Swift garnered six.
The ceremony will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.