Grammys executive producer Ben Winston tells all about the making of the 2025 awards show in our exclusive interview

"Because of the secret committees," the Weeknd later told the New York Times, "I will no longer allow my label to submit my music to the Grammys," referencing the industry people and artists who vote on the nominees.

The Weeknd performed at the 2025 Grammys on Sunday, Feb. 2. The performance was the first time he had been on the event's stage after boycotting it in 2021.

The Weeknd Ends GRAMMYs Boycott With Surprise Return and Performance The Weeknd makes a surprise return to the GRAMMYs stage after previously boycotting the awards show for its lack of transparency and diversity.