Kennedy Center names 2026 honours recipients as ceremony moves to arena

Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell will receive the Kennedy Center Honors on 7 December at Washington’s Capital One Arena, rather than at the closed arts centre.

Written by AI from 6 sourcesTue 3 Nov, 4:00 am AEDT

The Kennedy Center named Paul Anka, David Foster, Andy Garcia, David Mamet and Barbara Mandrell as the recipients of its 2026 Honors. PBS NewsHour The Hill Washington Examiner Deadline Variety Playbill
The 49th annual ceremony is set for 7 December at Capital One Arena in Washington, the first time it will be held outside the Kennedy Center. PBS NewsHour The Hill Variety The Hollywood Reporter Playbill
The venue is closed amid a legal dispute over renovation plans and efforts to add President Donald Trump’s name to the building. PBS NewsHour The Hill The Hollywood Reporter Playbill