Recording Academy Picks March 14 For Rescheduled 2021 Grammy Awards

The 2021 Grammy Awards officially have a new air date.

The Recording Academy announced earlier today that the ceremony would be delayed due to the resurgence of coronavirus cases in Los Angeles at this moment.

“After thoughtful conversations with health experts, our host and artists scheduled to appear, we are rescheduling the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards to be broadcast Sunday, March 14, 2021,” a statement read, via Variety.

It continues, “The deteriorating COVID situation in Los Angeles, with hospital services being overwhelmed, ICUs having reached capacity, and new guidance from state and local governments have all led us to conclude that postponing our show was the right thing to do.”

“Nothing is more important than the health and safety of those in our music community and the hundreds of people who work tirelessly on producing the show. We want to thank all of the talented artists, the staff, our vendors and especially this year’s nominees for their understanding, patience and willingness to work with us as we navigate these unprecedented times.”

The Grammys were initially set for January 31 with Trevor Noah as host.

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