One of the most memorable moments of the 2026 Grammys was when Cher went to announce Record of the Year and accidentally awarded it to a deceased singer who wasn’t nominated.
However, this isn’t the only time that the wrong winner has been announced. From awards shows to beauty pageants, political races, and talent shows, there have been some horrendous mix-ups that caused confusion, tears, and a lot of embarrassment.
Click through the gallery for a rundown of some of the biggest mishaps.