Stars Shine Bright, Speak Louder: Grammy Celebs Take A Stand Against Ice

Grammys 2026: A Night of Music and Activism

The 2026 Grammy Awards didn't just celebrate music – they became a stage for bold statements. Celebrities lit up the night with more than just their style. They used their platform to stand against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), sparking conversations across the nation.

Among those leading the charge were Justin and Hailey Bieber, Kehlani, Billie Eilish, and Joni Mitchell. Each was spotted wearing "ICE Out" pins at the glamorous Los Angeles ceremony. The pins served as a symbol of solidarity with ongoing anti-ICE protests, particularly in Minneapolis, following the tragic deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti.

Kehlani's Unfiltered Message

Kehlani, the 30-year-old singer, didn't hold back on the red carpet. In a candid chat with the Hollywood Reporter, she expressed her raw sentiments: "I wanted to say f*** ICE," she confessed. "But I think they needed some couth on the carpet or something. I'm a little couthless ruthless."

“I think everybody – we’re too powerful of a group to all be in a room at the same time and not make some kind of statement in our country, so it’s brainless to me.”

Her statement resonated deeply as she later took home awards for Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance, using her acceptance speech to further condemn ICE and call for unity against injustice.

More Stars Join the Movement

Joni Mitchell also wore the protest pin as she accepted the award for Best Historical Album. Her choice underscored a night where many celebrities chose to use their spotlight to highlight critical issues.

Other stars like Brandi Carlile, Jason Isbell, Margo Price, and Rhiannon Giddens followed suit, donning the "ICE Out" pins. Meanwhile, Samara Joy emphasized the importance of speaking up for those who can't, telling Variety that "it’s the least I could do."

Unity Through Music

Even Justin Vernon of Bon Iver, nominated for Best Alternative Music Album, used his accessory – a whistle – to pay tribute to those documenting ICE's actions. "There's a reason that music exists and it's to heal and to bring people together," Vernon stated, acknowledging the real heroes on the ground in Minneapolis.

The 2026 Grammys proved that music's biggest night can do more than celebrate artistry – it can amplify voices striving for change.