Jelly Roll won three Grammy Awards last night at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026.

This marked a historic breakthrough for the country-rap artist Jason Bradley DeFord, whose emotional journey from first nomination in 2023 to multiple wins captivated fans and industry insiders alike.

Awards Breakdown

Jelly Roll swept three categories during the ceremony and pre-telecast Premiere Ceremony:

  • Best Contemporary Country Album for Beautifully Broken —his first-ever Grammy in this new category, celebrated with a heartfelt speech thanking his wife Bunnie Xo, his faith (not tied to politics), and icons like Reba McEntire who stood to applaud.
  • Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "Amen" with Shaboozey.
  • Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for "Hard Fought Hallelujah" with Brandon Lake, blending raw storytelling on perseverance and redemption.

These wins built on his seven total nominations this year, following earlier successes like three CMT Awards in prior years.

Trending Buzz

Social media and forums lit up post-show, with fans calling it Jelly Roll's "unforgettable night" and praising his redemption arc from addiction struggles to Grammy glory. Outlets like Billboard captured him and Bunnie Xo celebrating pre-main telecast, hyping his Beautifully Broken album that topped the Billboard 200. This cross-genre dominance—country, Christian, duo—positions him as a 2026 breakout, sparking debates on whether he'll dominate future awards.

"This was a dream in my heart that I prayed into existence." –Jelly Roll's acceptance words, echoing his faith-driven rise.

TL;DR: Three wins—Best Contemporary Country Album, Best Country Duo/Group, Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song—making last night a career pinnacle.

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