😊1988 Grammy throwback with Little Richard ❣️😊 (Original post/credit from Vintage & Iconic African American Everything) . At the 1988 Grammy Awards, Little Richard stole the spotlight while presenting Best New Artist. Before announcing the winner, he reminded the audience, "I am the architect of rock and roll!" and jokingly pointed out that, despite his influence, he had never won a Grammy. His playful but pointed remark became one of the most memorable moments in Grammy history. Though he nev