Olivia Dean Wins Grammy for Best New Artist
British singer-songwriter Olivia Dean has won the Grammy Award for Best New Artist, beating out a field of competitors including Lola Young and Addison Rae.
Apr 18, 2026 0
The Grammy Awards ceremony featured numerous high-profile musical acts and celebrity attendees.
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The 26-year-old British singer and songwriter won in the Best New Artist category, beating out her competitors: fellow countrywoman Lola Young, former influencers turned singers Addison Rae and Alex Warren, and the girl group KATSEYE. This triumph was the culmination of her rapid rise to fame over the past year.
Olivia Dean is seen on stage at the Grammys after being announced as the Best New Artist winner.
With tears in her eyes, she accepted the award, stating: «I want to say that I stand here as a granddaughter of immigrants. I am the result of courage, and I think such people deserve celebration. So yes, we are nothing without each other.»
Her name now joins the prestigious list of past winners, which includes Amy Winehouse, Adele, and Alessia Cara. Congratulations, Olivia!
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