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Diana Ross Is Set To Perform At The 2019 Grammys

Today (Thursday, Jan. 31st), The Recording Academy announced that Diana Ross will take the Grammy stage in a couple of weeks to celebrate her contributions to music and entertainment.

Diana Ross at the 2017 AMA Awards
Via. Getty Images

In 2012, Ross received the Lifetime Achievement Award, which became her first Grammy award to date. The recording academy appreciates Ross, and issued the following statement with their announcement.

“One of the most influential artists and greatest entertainers of all time, Ms. Ross has without a doubt made a profound impact in the world of music. Considered a trailblazer in entertainment, she was the leader of the most successful female group of all time and launched a timeless global solo career resulting in milestone chart successes and accolades, film soundtracks, and live concert box office records around the world.”

Via. The Recording Academy

Ross’ performance was described as a way to honor “ her landmark career and contributions to music with a special 75th Diamond Diana birthday performance.”

The Grammys, hosted by Alicia Keys, will take place on CBS on Feb. 10 at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT from Los Angeles’ Staples Center

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