The Grammys vs American Idol

Popularity by Buzz Score · Updated July 4, 2026

×The Grammys1.5Buzz Score · #408 in TV

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×American Idol1.3Buzz Score · #476 in TV

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The Grammys is more popular today

	The Grammys	American Idol
1-Year AverageDaily average	3.0#240 in TV	2.0#438 in TV
Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average	13.8#614 in TVJan 23 – Feb 21, 2025	6.7#1,112 in TVApr 21 – May 20, 2025

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Share of all Buzz ScoreThe Grammys58%of all Buzz ScoreAmerican Idol42%of all Buzz Score

The Grammys58%

American Idol42%

By current Buzz Score, The Grammys is the most popular at 1.5, followed by American Idol at 1.3. The Grammys has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 3.0. The Grammys has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 13.8 during Jan 23 – Feb 21, 2025.