How Is A GRAMMY Made? Check Out This Up-Close Video Of A Golden Gramophone's Manufacturing
Ever wonder how a GRAMMY is made? In this behind-the-scenes clip, watch as the prestigious trophy is constructed from raw materials. John Billings — a.k.a. the "GRAMMY Man" — makes the GRAMMY statues you see on the main GRAMMYs telecast.
Billings also makes the statues for the Recording Academy's Special Merit Awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award, Trustees Award and Technical GRAMMY Award. When you see a GRAMMY nominee win big on Music's Biggest Night, remember — it all starts here!
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