The 26th Grammys had the highest ratings in its history with 51.67 million viewers , a record unmatched as of 2019 , and is the second most watched live awards show in U.S. television history ( after the 1998 Academy Awards ) . Donna Summer opened the show with She Works Hard for the Money , and a tribute to working women
1998 Academy Awards
70th Academy Awards
26th Annual Grammy Awards