The data shows the number of Grammy Awards categories from 1959 to 2018. When the Grammy Awards were introduced in 1959, 28 different categories were available to win an award in. In 2009, the number reached its highest level with 110 categories. In 2018, awards were presented in 84 categories.
Grammy Awards categories - additional information
The first edition of the Grammy Awards (originally called the Gramophone Award) was held on May 4, 1959 simultaneously on both American coasts: one ceremony took place in the Grand Ballroom of the Beverly Hilton, in Los Angeles, while another function was held in New York City.
