This past weekend, Los Angeles was abuzz with pre-Grammy festivities as musicians, producers, and industry professionals celebrated a vibrant array of performances and honors. Among the celebrations, one event stood out as it served a dual purpose: a birthday party and a tribute to Grammy nominees.
On Friday night, Hennessy and Epic Records hosted an event to honor the label’s 2026 Grammy nominees, featuring a star-studded guest list that included Tyla, Zara Larsson, Usher, Ty Dolla Sign, and Kesha. Attendees reveled in signature cocktails, DJ sets, and lively dancing. The highlight of the night was undoubtedly the celebration of Tyla, who not only received a nomination for Best African Music Performance but also marked her 24th birthday.
Dressed to impress, Tyla wore a custom Baba Jagne T-shirt minidress designed with a strapless neckline and backless silhouette. Her look was enhanced with a touch of early ’90s flair, featuring striking green-and-orange drop earrings by Tarina Tarantino, several Alexis Bittar bangles, and mismatched colorful Le Silla heels. Her makeup echoed her vibrant style with highlighter-yellow eyeshadow and nails to match.
As the evening progressed, DJ Sky Tylaa rallied the crowd for a heartfelt rendition of “Happy Birthday” in honor of Tyla, who was further surprised by Hennessy with a custom cake. Zara Larsson, dressed in a bold, transparent hot-pink outfit from Blumarine’s Pre-Fall 2025 collection and a bright blue bangle, led a toast to celebrate the young artist’s special day.
This delightful synergy of personal and professional celebration serves as a reminder of the joy and community that music events can foster, especially during the energy-filled lead-up to the Grammy Awards.