Kennedy Center Honorees Class Of 2026: Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet & Barbara Mandrell

Variety · 12:00P ET

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, along with President Donald Trump, has announced this year’s slate of honorees. Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell will receive the prestigious honor at the 49th Kennedy Center Honors, taking place for the…

By Ethan Shanfeld

The Hollywood Reporter · 12:00P ET

The 49th Kennedy Center awards gala will take place at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., not the Kennedy Center itself after a shut down and efforts by U.S. President Donald Trump to rename the arts institution.

By Etan Vlessing