The rainy and windy weather that lashed Los Angeles on the day of the 2024 Grammys left many attendees, including Miley Cyrus, anxious about missing out on their award-winning moments. As the storm intensified, hundreds of people were still waiting, just minutes before the show was set to begin, outside the Crypto.com Arena, shielded only by a sea of umbrellas. The downpour forced women in elegant gowns with bare shoulders to shiver in their soaking wet dresses, while the men in suits were equally drenched. It became apparent that the storm was taking a toll on everyone's spirits.
Among the disappointed crowd, there was one woman dressed in a strapless gown who seemed to have given up on attending the event altogether. Clearly frustrated, she sarcastically exclaimed, 'I'll watch it at home.' It is not uncommon for there to be a logjam getting into awards show venues, with stringent security measures in place. However, the severity of the storm, which prompted California Governor Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency, exacerbated the usual difficulties.
Even Miley Cyrus, who won her first Grammy that evening for Best Pop Performance with her hit song 'Flowers,' was not immune to the challenges posed by the inclement weather. Clutching her golden gramophone next to presenter Mariah Carey, Cyrus shared her ordeal, 'Oh my God, I just got stuck in the rain and traffic and thought I was going to miss this moment. And I could have missed the award, that's fine, but not Mariah Carey.' Her gratitude towards Carey for presenting her award, despite the weather, was evident.
Local residents had been advised to stay off the roads due to the heavy rain, which was forecasted to persist until at least Tuesday. The storm had reached such intensity that it prompted an official warning from the governor, indicating the seriousness of the situation. With safety being a paramount concern, it was evident that attending the Grammys had become a daunting task for many.
Despite the challenging circumstances, the show still went on, and the excitement within the arena was palpable as the awards ceremony commenced. The resilience shown by both the attendees and the organizers in the face of such adversity was commendable. It served as a testament to the dedication of those involved in making the Grammys a memorable event, regardless of the external circumstances.
While the storm may have dampened the spirits of many, it did not diminish the significance of the evening for Miley Cyrus and other award winners. Amidst the rain and chaos, their talents were recognized and celebrated, reinforcing the importance of their contributions to the music industry.
In the end, the storm's disruptive presence could not overshadow the success and joy experienced by those awarded at the 2024 Grammys. It serves as a reminder that even in the face of unexpected challenges, passion and determination can prevail, allowing artists to shine on the grandest of stages.
