The 2021 Grammy Awards scheduled for 31st January has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns, say the organisers.
“Nothing is more important than the health and safety of those in our music community and the hundreds of people who work tirelessly on producing the show,” said a statement from the Recording Academy, which runs the Grammys.
The Recording Academy has also announced 14 March as the new date for the 63rd Annual Grammy awards, due to concerns over the spread of COVID- 19.
The Grammys’ new date clashes with the previously-announced Screen Actors’ Guild awards. The actors union said it was “extremely disappointed” by the scheduling conflict.
“We announced the same date for the SAG Awards last July with the intent to give the greatest possible scheduling consideration for other awards shows,” it said in a statement. “We expect the same consideration from sister organizations throughout the industry.”
Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Dua Lipa led the nominations for this years awards, which were announced in November.
Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, and Roddy Ricch followed with six nods each.
Nigerian singer Burna Boy got a nomination in the world music category.
Meanwhile, it is unclear whether comedian Trevor Noah, who was set to host the show, will still take part in this year’s ceremony.
