Taylor Swift made history at the GRAMMYs on Sunday by winning her fourth Album of the Year award. The star-studded show came to a close with Swift’s record-breaking victory, leaving her genuinely shocked. However, her surprise seemed to cause a moment of awkwardness when she didn’t embrace presenter Celine Dion, who made her first public appearance in a while to announce the category.
As Swift took the stage to accept her award, she appeared stunned and was joined by her frequent co-writer Jack Antonoff and her collaborator on “Snow on the Beach,” Lana Del Rey. Dion presented the award to Swift, pausing for a moment that felt perfect for a celebratory embrace between two music icons. Unfortunately, Swift didn’t think to embrace Dion at that moment, leading to an awkward moment for viewers.
However, Swift made sure to rectify the oversight backstage after accepting the award. The 34-year-old artist, who is now the only musician to win four Album of the Year GRAMMY Awards, embraced Dion backstage at the Crypto.com Arena. In a photo, Swift sheepishly smiled as she draped her arms around the iconic diva’s shoulders. She also posed for a cute picture with Dion and her 22-year-old son, René-Charles, after the show.
During the awards show, Dion surprised the crowd by showing up and presenting the award despite her ongoing health battle with Stiff Person Syndrome. The 55-year-old singer was diagnosed with this rare neurological disorder in December 2022 and has made few public appearances since then. Dion arrived at the GRAMMYs to a standing ovation from the audience.
Her condition has led to the cancellation of various concerts and the discontinuation of her Courage World Tour, which she last performed in March 2020. Despite her health struggles, Dion wanted to be a part of the night and felt good as she continues to fight Stiff Person Syndrome.
The 2024 GRAMMY Awards aired on Sunday, February 4, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The show was broadcast and streamed live on CBS and Paramount+. Taylor Swift’s monumental evening at the GRAMMYs made history, and fans can find more coverage of the event on ETonline.com. The website provides full coverage of music’s biggest night, including performances, GRAMMY winners, and more.
Taylor Swift’s win at the GRAMMYs not only marked a significant achievement for her but also highlighted the resilience and determination of Celine Dion as she battles her health condition. Both artists showed their grace and talent throughout the night, leaving a lasting impression on viewers and fans alike.
