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19.01.2022 / 03:19
The 2022 Grammys will now take place in Las Vegas
COVID-19 Omicron variant was to blame.“Given the uncertainty surrounding the Omicron variant, holding the show on January 31 simply contains too many risks,” the Academy’s statement read.They added: “After careful consideration and analysis with city and state officials, health and safety experts, the artist community and our many partners, the Recording Academy and CBS have postponed the 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards Show.“The health and safety of those in our music community, the live audience, and the hundreds of people who work tirelessly to produce our show remains our top priority…We look forward to celebrating Music’s Biggest Night on a future date, which will be announced soon.” Jon Batiste leads the nominations for the 2022 Grammys with nods in 11 categories. Justin Bieber, Doja Cat and H.E.R.