Paris Hilton Pictures: Paris Hilton arrives on the red carpet at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards held at the Staples Center on February 12, 2012 in Los Angeles, California.

Adele ruled the latest installment of the Grammys, winning six times to match Beyonce for most wins by a female artist in a single night. Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards — the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music — The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture.

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