The Grammy Awards have always been a stage for more than just music. Style, glamour, and attention to detail share the spotlight. This year, while gowns, tuxedos, and statement jewelry captured headlines, the real stars of subtle sophistication were the watches. From bold chronographs to sleek minimalists, the 2026 Grammys red carpet proved that a wristwatch can speak volumes, signaling both taste and status. Here’s a closer look at the timepieces that kept us watching the watches almost as closely as the performances themselves.

J. Balvin

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: J Balvin, watch detail, attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

ICON MENA cover star alumni J. Balvin rocked an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Quartz “JUMBO”. The 39mm yellow-gold watch, iced out with 1,528 yellow sapphires, was a sight to behold.

Jonathan McReynolds

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: Jonathan McReynolds, watch detail, attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Jonathan McReynolds won Best Gospel song and performed at the 2026 Grammys, wearing a Tudor Black Bay S&G watch in steel and yellow gold with a silver dial.

Miles Caton

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: Miles Caton, watch detail, attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Miles Caton may be young, but he isn’t new to the wrist game. Celebrated for his outstanding performance in Sinners (2025), the young talent accessorized his look with a Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Chronograph in 18k King Gold. The watch featured a skeleton dial and a simple black rubber strap. The piece of art mirrored the talent and modernity of the actor-musician.

Lefty Gunplay

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: Lefty Gunplay, watch detail, attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

American rapper Lefty Gunplay ended his night with an award for best rap song by a Latino artist for his contribution to Kendrick Lamar’s “tv off”. The rapper paired his signature diamond grills with a iced-out custom Rolex Datejust. If that wasn’t enough, the two-tone watch’s yellow gold bezel featured a set of beautifully cut diamonds.

Robert Gueringer

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 01: Robert Gueringer aka Freaky Rob, watch, bracelet, and fashion detail, attends the 68th GRAMMY Awards on February 01, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by John Shearer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)

Robert Gueringer, more famously known as Freaky Rob, also wore a Rolex Datejust Oyster. This time, entirely frosted in diamonds.