Home / Arts and Entertainment / Kehlani's First Grammys: Wins, Activism, and Family Love
Kehlani's First Grammys: Wins, Activism, and Family Love
2 Feb
Summary
- Kehlani secured her first Grammy wins for Best R&B Performance and Song.
- She used her acceptance speeches to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- Kehlani dedicated her Best R&B Song award to her adoptive mother.
Singer Kehlani celebrated a significant milestone at the Grammy Awards, marking her first-ever wins. She was honored with the award for Best R&B Performance and subsequently for Best R&B Song for her hit "Folded." These achievements came after several previous nominations, highlighting a decade-long journey in her Grammy career.
During her acceptance speeches at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, Kehlani used her platform to advocate for change. She passionately urged fellow artists to unite and speak out against global injustices, specifically voicing her opposition to the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Her stance was also visible on the red carpet with an "ICE OUT" pin.
Accepting her second award, Kehlani delivered a heartfelt tribute to her mother, who adopted her. She expressed deep gratitude for her mother's decision to raise her, acknowledging the profound impact of her sacrifices and support on Kehlani's life and career.
