Beyoncé Makes History at the 2025 Grammys—Many Times Over

Queen Bey reigns supreme once again—and this time, it's in more ways than one.

Beyoncé took home the golden gramophone for Best Country Album for her eighth studio album, Cowboy Carter, at the 2025 Grammy Awards on Sunday night. While she skipped the red carpet, she stunned on stage in a dazzling crystal, gold-colored gown with a white paisley print, custom-made by Schiaparelli by Daniel Roseberry. Her longtime stylist, Shiona Turini, was behind the look. Despite the intricate and expertly executed details on the frock, she appeared to have a wardrobe malfunction on stage, as the underwire poked out of her bodice and into her chest.

Taylor Swift presented the award to the artist, whose latest win marks her first in the country category. (It was, after all, her first nomination in the genre, too.) The 16 Carriages singer continues to extend her record for the most Grammy wins in history, with an incomparable 35 total wins. The award marked her second of the night, following her win for Best Country Duo/Group Performance for “II Most Wanted” featuring Miley Cyrus.

But the night didn't stop there. In a moment of long-overdue recognition, Beyoncé made history by winning Album of the Year for Cowboy Carter, her sixth nomination in the category. She is now the first Black woman to win the award this century, following Lauryn Hill’s historic win for The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill in 1999. Her previous nominations include I Am… Sasha Fierce (2010), The Fame Monster (as a featured artist on Lady Gaga’s 2011 album), Beyoncé (2015), Lemonade (2017), and Renaissance (2023).

The concept album came just after she wrapped up the highly successful Renaissance World Tour, which sought to redefine Americana by spotlighting the overlooked contributions of Black pioneers to American music and culture. Her foray into country music sparked both acclaim and controversy—welcomed by the Beyhive but met with backlash from critics, some of whom voiced their disdain in blatantly racist ways. Despite being snubbed at last year’s Country Music Association Awards, her Grammy wins for Best Country Album and the coveted Album of the Year prove that industry gatekeeping means little in the face of undeniable artistry.

Of course, this isn’t the only exciting win the Beyhive experienced last night. On Saturday, Beyoncé announced she’d be embarking on the Cowboy Carter tour, though there’s still no word on official dates and ticket availability. Though many have speculated an appearance by Shaboozey, who is featured on the track “Spaghettii” alongside Linda Martell. While we await further news on the upcoming tour, there’s no doubt the Houston native will have some tricks up her sleeve.