Overview
- The ceremony is streaming live on Disney+ starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT, with next-day availability on Hulu and an ABC highlights special set for Jan. 1, 2026.
- Performer honorees include Outkast, Cyndi Lauper, Soundgarden, the White Stripes, Bad Company, Chubby Checker and Joe Cocker.
- Chappell Roan is inducting Cyndi Lauper, Donald Glover is inducting Outkast, and Elton John is set to pay musical tribute to the late Brian Wilson.
- A wide slate of presenters and performers is confirmed, including Missy Elliott, Olivia Rodrigo, Avril Lavigne, Beck, Doja Cat, Janelle Monáe, Mick Fleetwood, The Killers and Twenty One Pilots.
- Bad Company singer Paul Rodgers announced he will not attend due to health issues, Carol Kaye is not expected to attend, and questions remain over possible onstage reunions for Outkast and the White Stripes.