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Sabrina Carpenter Set for Big Night at 2026 Grammys with Six Nominations and Performance Slot


Published: Jan 26, 2026 10:49 AM EST
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Rising pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter is shaping up for one of her most memorable Grammy seasons yet. The artist has earned six nominations at the 2026 Grammy Awards - including major categories like Album of the Year for Man's Best Friend and Record of the Year and Song of the Year for her hit "Manchild." She is also confirmed as a performer at the ceremony, giving her a spotlight moment on music's biggest stage.

Carpenter's nominations span several top categories:

  • Album of the Year - Man's Best Friend

  • Record of the Year - Manchild

  • Song of the Year - Manchild

  • Best Pop Vocal Album - Man's Best Friend

  • Best Pop Solo Performance - Manchild

  • Best Music Video - Manchild

This marks a major career moment for Carpenter, who previously won two Grammys in 2025, including Best Pop Solo Performance and Best Pop Vocal Album. Returning with multiple nominations and a performance slot this year underscores her growing influence and the strong critical reception of her latest project.

The Recording Academy has tapped Carpenter not just as a top nominee but also as one of the featured performers at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, which take place February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.

For fans of contemporary pop, Sabrina Carpenter's presence at this year's Grammys is shaping up to be one of the night's highlights - both in nominations and live performance energy.