At just eight years old, Aura V has etched her name into music history, becoming the youngest Grammy winner ever.
Her historic victory at the 2026 Grammy Awards has not only broken records but also sparked global conversations about talent, creativity, and the evolving recognition of children’s music.
From her groundbreaking win to the family collaboration behind it, here are the key things you need to know about the youngest Grammy winner in history.
Youngest Individual Grammy Winner Ever Eight-year-old Aura V made music history at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards by becoming the youngest individually credited Grammy winner in the ceremony’s long history. She accomplished this remarkable feat at just eight years and several months old, surpassing the previous record.
Record-Breaking Win in Children’s Music Aura V won the Best Children’s Music Album award for Harmony, a collaborative project she created with her father, musician and educator Fyütch (Harold Simmons II). This accolade was presented at the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony in Los Angeles.
Beating a Notable Previous Record Holder Before Aura V’s achievement, the youngest Grammy winner title belonged to Blue Ivy Carter, daughter of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, who won her award at age nine for her contribution to Brown Skin Girl at the 63rd Grammys in 2021. Aura V’s win now places her at the top of the list of youngest individual winners.
A Collaboration Rooted in Family and Creativity The album Harmony began as a musical project inspired by Fyütch’s background in education and his desire to explore themes of unity, joy, and connection through music with his daughter. Their creative bond was key to the album’s success and its critical acclaim.
A Fun and Heartfelt Reaction After the win, Aura V shared that working on music with her dad was “fun,” demonstrating the joy and closeness their collaboration brought. Fyütch highlighted the album’s mission to combine education and entertainment, particularly for young audiences.
Grammy History and Legacy Aura V’s milestone underscores the Academy’s recognition of young creative talent and the evolving landscape of music genres. Her story adds to the legacy of notable young artists recognised by the Grammys and opens the door for even younger talents to be celebrated on the world’s biggest music stage.
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