Bad Bunny Wins Album of the Year
Bad Bunny made history at the Grammy Awards by becoming the first Latin artist to win Album of the Year in the event’s 68 year history. He won the top honor for his sixth studio album, Debí Tirar Más Fotos. The album highlights Puerto Rico’s culture, music, and personal stories.
The 31 year old artist defeated strong competition, including Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar. His win marked a major moment for Latin music on a global stage.
During his acceptance speech, Bad Bunny dedicated the award to immigrants. He praised those who leave their homes and countries to chase their dreams. His message received strong applause from the audience.
Stars Protest Immigration Crackdown
The Grammy ceremony also turned into a platform for political statements. Several artists criticized the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Many speakers showed support for immigrant communities facing strict enforcement actions by ICE.
British singer Olivia Dean, who won Best New Artist, also addressed the issue. She used her speech to defend immigrants and highlight their contributions to society.
Murder Trial Brings Justice for Joanne Penney
In a separate case, Marcus Huntley admitted to shooting Joanne Penney during a drug related turf war. He changed his plea on the second day of the trial and accepted responsibility for pulling the trigger.
Prosecutors stated that although Huntley fired the shot, all defendants shared responsibility. They helped plan and support the crime. The court found Huntley, Mills Smith, Gordon, Quailey Dashper, Ginova, and Porter guilty of belonging to an organised crime gang.
Police Statement After Verdict
After the verdict, Detective Chief Inspector Lianne Rees praised the investigation team. She said the convictions reflected months of careful police and legal work. She also expressed sympathy for Joanne Penney’s family during this painful time.
Police confirmed that another trial related to the case will take place in the future.
Family and Community Remember Joanne
Following Joanne Penney’s death, her family thanked the Talbot Green community for their kindness and support. They described Joanne as a loving daughter, mother, sister, and niece.
Her family said her strength, kindness, and love would always be remembered. While the verdict brought some closure, they said their loss remains deeply felt.
