Alicia Keys to return as host for 2020 Grammy Awards
R&B superstar Alicia Keys will return to host the 62nd annual Grammy Awards next year. The "Girl on Fire" singer took to social media Thursday morning to announce the news in a fun, creative video in which she receives unsolicited advice from the last host — herself.
The 2019 awards ceremony was Keys' first time hosting music's biggest night. Her crowd-pleasing debut had many powerful moments, including an epic performance and an opening monologue full of surprises. Viewers were stunned when the star kicked off the ceremony by bringing a few of her influential friends to the stage, including former first lady Michelle Obama, Jennifer Lopez, Jada Pinkett Smith and Lady Gaga.
It's already a night to remember at the #GRAMMYs. 👏 @MichelleObama has arrived! pic.twitter.com/F142ju4otY
— CBS (@CBS) February 11, 2019
Keys, who took over hosting duties from James Corden, was the first woman to host the Grammys since Queen Latifah in 2005. In a statement, the singer said hosting last year was a "powerful experience."
"At first, I did think last year was a one-time thing, but when the opportunity came back around, there was no question about returning as host," the 15-time Grammy winner said in a press release. "Not only did I feel the love in the room, but I felt it from around the world and it confirmed the healing and unifying power of music."
"From Best New Artist recipient to Grammy Award host, Alicia Keys has been a beacon of artistry within the music community for more than two decades," said the Recording Academy's president and CEO Deborah Dugan in a statement. "Last year was a testament to her compelling creativity and we are thrilled that she will return to the Grammy stage as our host."
The announcement comes less than a week before the 2020 Grammy nominees are set to be revealed on Wednesday, November 20 — tune in to "CBS This Morning" for special coverage of the nominations.
The 62nd Grammy Awards ceremony will be held Sunday, January 26, and will be broadcast live on CBS.