- John Denver - Host: [after Eurythmics performance, during which singer Annie Lennox appeared dressed as a man while wearing a black wig] You know, at rehearsal today, I could have sworn there was a redhead in that group.
- Boy George- Culture Club: [Accepting the Grammy for Best New Artist via satellite] Thanks, America. You've got style, you've got taste, and you know a good drag queen when you see one.