The 2025 Grammy Awards experienced a 9% decrease in viewership, pulling in 15.4 million viewers, ending a three-year upward trend. While ratings fell, notably among younger audiences, the show featured star-studded performances and significant moments, including Beyoncé's historic album award. Critics praised the ceremony's high production quality, with Variety calling it one of the best in years. The decline in audience numbers raised concerns over future award shows, such as the upcoming Academy Awards, which have recently enjoyed growth in ratings.
Viewership for the Grammys slipped to 15.4 million on Sunday night, a 9 percent decline compared with last year's ceremony, snapping a three-year streak of increasing ratings.
Despite the viewership drop, the Grammys remains a significant event, well positioned to be one of the most-watched entertainment shows of 2025.
Critics applauded the production, with Variety calling it the best Grammys in years, showcasing strong performances and heartfelt tributes amid the ratings decline.
The decline in ratings could serve as a warning sign for the upcoming Academy Awards, which also had three consecutive years of ratings growth.
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