The 2022 Grammys decided to pay a tribute to the Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins. The famous drummer died on March 25 at the age of 50. The Grammys ceremony will be held on April 3 will and Taylor Hawkins will not be forgotten at this event.
CBS executive vice president Jack Sussman said, “We will honor his memory in some way. We want to figure out what is the right thing to do that is respectful to everyone involved. We’re patient. We’ll be planning right up until the very end.” However, he didn’t share further details on the tribute.
Earlier the Recording Academy announced that the Foo Fighters would be performing at the award ceremony. But after the sudden death of the team member, the band will no longer be performing at the Grammys. Many famous singers including Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, H.E.R. and more stars will be going to perform at the show.
The Foo Fighters explained about the canceling of their all-upcoming concerts. They said, “in light of the staggering loss of our brother Taylor Hawkins.” They also added, “We’re sorry for and share in the disappointment that we won’t be seeing one another as planned. Instead, let’s take this time to grieve, to heal, to pull our loved ones close, and appreciate all the music and memories we’ve made together.”