Grammy Awards Face Backlash for Omitting Zakir Hussain from 'In Memoriam' Segment
The legendary tabla maestro, a four-time Grammy winner who passed away in December 2024, was excluded from the tribute, prompting widespread criticism.
- The 67th Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, did not include Ustad Zakir Hussain in its 'In Memoriam' segment, despite his significant contributions to global music.
- Zakir Hussain, who passed away in December 2024 at the age of 73 due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, made history in 2024 by becoming the first Indian to win three Grammys in one night.
- Fans and music lovers expressed outrage on social media platforms, calling out the Recording Academy for the omission and demanding accountability.
- The 'In Memoriam' tribute, performed by Coldplay's Chris Martin and guitarist Grace Bowers, included artists such as Liam Payne, Kris Kristofferson, and Ella Jenkins, but overlooked Hussain's legacy.
- Hussain, a recipient of India's Padma Vibhushan, was celebrated for his six-decade career blending Indian classical music with global genres, influencing musicians worldwide.
Hindustan Times 