Beyonce Breaks Record for Most Wins of All Time

The queen of the Grammys! Beyoncé grew to become the most-awarded artist in Grammy Awards historical past on Sunday, February 5, after her fourth win of the night.

The “Break My Soul” songstress, 41, broke the late Georg Solti’s report of 31 wins when she received her thirty second award, taking house the trophy for Greatest Dance/Digital Album for Renaissance. The class’s different nominees included Bonobo, Diplo, Odesza and Rüfüs du Sol.

“That is an honor — as a result of we’re witnessing historical past,” James Corden stated whereas presenting the award, opening the envelope for the class. “Breaking the report for probably the most Grammy wins of all time. Present your respect, it’s Renaissance, Beyoncé.”

Because the Houston native walked to the stage, the group on the Crypto.com Enviornment in Los Angeles — together with her husband, Jay-Z — gave her a standing ovation.

“Thanks a lot. I’m making an attempt to not be too emotional,” the “Cuff It” singer started. “And I’m making an attempt to simply obtain this evening. I wish to thank God for safeguarding me. Thanks, God. I’d wish to thank my Uncle Jonny, who’s not right here, however he’s right here in spirit. I’d wish to thank my dad and mom, my father, my mom, for loving me and pushing me. I’d wish to thank my lovely husband, my lovely three youngsters who’re at house watching. I’d wish to thank the queer neighborhood in your love and for inventing this style. God bless you. Thanks a lot to the Grammys.”

The award was Beyoncé’s fourth win of the night. Throughout the pre-telecast ceremony, she received Greatest Conventional R&B Efficiency for “Plastic Off the Couch” and Greatest Dance/Digital Recording for “Break My Soul.” After the telecast started, she scored Greatest R&B Tune for “Cuff It,” tying Solti’s report.

In 2021, the Obsessed actress grew to become probably the most embellished feminine artist in Grammy historical past after racking up her twenty eighth win. She has probably the most nominations on the 2023 ceremony, with a complete of 9.

“We received 3 y’all!” the “XO” singer wrote through Instagram earlier than successful her Greatest Dance/Digital Album award. “To my Hive, thank y’all a lot for your entire love and loyalty! Large thanks for the BREAK MY SOUL and CUFF IT wins!!! To The Dream, Tough, HOV, and Large Freedia. I really like y’all! … It feels nice to be honored for the vocal efficiency. Thanks to all of the gifted vocalists who killed these lovely TikTok renditions! I really feel very grateful and crammed with pleasure!”

The “Black Parade” singer devoted Renaissance, which debuted in July 2022, to her late uncle Jonny, who died from AIDS-related problems. “A giant thanks to my Uncle Jonny. He was my godmother and the primary individual to show me to quite a lot of the music and tradition that function inspiration for this album,” she wrote in a press release concerning the album on the time. “Thanks to all the pioneers who originate tradition, to all the fallen angels whose contributions have gone unrecognized for a lot too lengthy. This can be a celebration for you.”

When Beyoncé received a GLAAD Media Award in 2019, she devoted the trophy to Jonny, describing him as “probably the most fabulous homosexual man” she’d ever recognized. “He lived his reality,” the “Irreplaceable” crooner continued. “He was courageous and unapologetic throughout a time when this nation wasn’t as accepting, and witnessing his battle with HIV was probably the most painful experiences I’ve ever lived. I’m hopeful that his struggles serve to open pathways for different younger folks to reside extra freely. LGBTQI rights are human rights.”