Chris Brown transformed the 2026 Grammy Awards into a family affair by making a rare public appearance with one of his three children on Sunday night. The R&B singer, aged 36, brought along his six-year-old son Aeko to the star-studded 68th annual ceremony held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Father-Son Duo Steals the Show
The father-son pair captured attention as they walked the red carpet hand-in-hand, presenting a heartwarming display of family bonding. Brown coordinated his ensemble with Aeko, both sporting similar knee-length coats that showcased their stylish connection.
Brown wore a sophisticated leather trench coat over a crisp white button-down shirt, complemented by a burgundy striped tie. He completed his look with wide-leg trousers, polished oxford shoes, and leather gloves. For additional flair, the singer accessorized with sunglasses and a backwards-worn army green patterned baseball cap.
Aeko's Darling Appearance
Aeko, Brown's middle child and only son, looked absolutely darling in a forest green tweed coat layered over a white button-down shirt. He paired this with jeans and brown suede loafers, creating an adorable miniature version of his father's stylish aesthetic.
Brown shares Aeko with model Ammika Harris. The superstar also has two daughters from previous relationships: Royalty, aged 11, with Nia Guzman, and Lovely, aged four, with Diamond Brown. Currently dating model Jada Wallace since late 2024, Brown remains a prominent figure in the music industry with two Grammy wins and 26 career nominations.
Grammy Nominations and Wins
Brown's song It Depends, featuring Bryson Tiller, received nominations for both Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance at this year's ceremony. However, both awards ultimately went to Kehlani for her hit track Folded.
The 2026 Grammy Awards saw several notable winners making powerful political statements throughout the evening. Bad Bunny emerged as one of the night's biggest winners, taking home three awards including the prestigious Album of the Year honor for DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.
Political Statements Dominate Speeches
Bad Bunny used his acceptance speeches to deliver strong messages about immigration, dedicating his Album of the Year award to "all the people that had to leave their homeland, their country, to follow their dreams." Earlier in the evening, when accepting Best Música Urbana Album, his first words were "ICE out," referring to the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, which received massive applause from the audience.
Billie Eilish also expressed similar sentiments when accepting Song of the Year for WILDFLOWER, stating: "No one is illegal on stolen land." She encouraged continued activism, saying: "We just need to keep fighting and speaking up and protesting, and our voices really do matter."
Other Major Winners
Olivia Dean earned the coveted Best New Artist award and used her acceptance speech to honor her immigrant grandmother, who came to the UK from Guyana as part of the Windrush Generation. "I'm up here as a granddaughter of an immigrant," Dean declared. "I wouldn't be here. I'm a product of bravery, and I think those people deserve to be celebrated."
Kendrick Lamar secured Record of the Year for his collaboration with SZA on luther, which samples vocals from the late R&B legend Luther Vandross. Lamar also won Best Rap Album for GNX, bringing his total Grammy count to 27 after receiving nine nominations this year.
Surprise Wins and Emotional Moments
Lady Gaga added to her impressive collection with three Grammy wins, including Best Pop Vocal Album for MAYHEM. Newcomer Lola Young delivered perhaps the most surprising victory of the night, earning Best Pop Solo Performance for Messy over a field of established A-list artists.
Jelly Roll provided one of the most boisterous acceptance speeches when winning Best Contemporary Country Album for Beautifully Broken. The country artist's emotional reaction mirrored the passionate atmosphere that characterized much of the evening's proceedings.
The 2026 Grammy Awards ultimately served as both a celebration of musical achievement and a platform for artists to address important social issues, creating a memorable night that blended family moments, artistic recognition, and political commentary in equal measure.
