Last night (February 1), the 68th Grammy Awards brought spectacle and star power to the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
But before a single trophy was handed out, Chappell Roan had already left jaws on the floor.
Chappell Roan's Daring Look
The 'Pink Pony Club' singer, nominated for two awards this year, turned heads in a sheer custom Mugler gown that redefined daring.
The gown featured a transparent bodice with maroon fabric draped from faux nipples and nipple rings, and flowed into a dramatic train, revealing her black underwear.
The look was a nod to Mugler’s iconic spring/summer 1998 “Jeu de Paume” couture collection, and was reimagined by designer Miguel Castro Freitas for his Spring/Summer 2026 line.
Though Roan changed outfits twice more during the night, nothing matched the audacity of her arrival.
One viewer said she looked "completely stunning," while another quipped: "It would hurt like hell if she stepped on her dress."
Artists Speak Out Against ICE
Fashion wasn’t the only force making noise at the Grammys. From global stars like Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish to rising voices like Olivia Dean and Shaboozey, the red carpet and the stage became platforms for protest, specifically against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdowns.
“I’m going to say ICE out,” Bad Bunny declared bluntly during his acceptance speech. “We’re not savages, we’re not animals, we’re not aliens - we’re humans.”
British newcomer Olivia Dean, who took home Best New Artist, spotlighted her heritage: “I’m up here as the granddaughter of an immigrant. I’m a product of bravery," while Shaboozey honored his immigrant mother: “Immigrants built this country, so this is for them.”
Billie Eilish, winning Song of the Year for “Wildflower,” called on fans to “keep fighting and speaking up.” And SZA, who shared Record of the Year with Kendrick Lamar, added: “We’re not governed by the government, we are governed by god.”
The sentiment was sewn into the night as dozens of stars wore white pins with “ICE OUT” in bold black letters.
Their comments come after federal agents shot and killed two Americans in Minneapolis, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, sparking nationwide outrage and bipartisan backlash. The Department of Justice has since opened a civil rights investigation into Pretti’s death.
Trump’s border chief, Tom Homan, promised a “draw down” of federal forces if Minnesota officials cooperate. But as he put it: “We are not surrendering our mission at all. We’re just doing it smarter," per BBC News.