Overview

• Elton John, Doja Cat, Olivia Rodrigo, Missy Elliott, Brandi Carlile, Iggy Pop, Beck, David Letterman, Flea, Twenty One Pilots and others are confirmed, with more guests to be announced and roles not yet specified.
• The 40th annual event is set for Nov. 8 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, streaming at 8 p.m. ET on Disney+ with on‑demand viewing to follow and a next‑day Hulu stream after ABC’s Jan. 1 special.
• Performer inductees are Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden and the White Stripes, though Chubby Checker has reportedly declined to attend.
• Additional honors include Salt‑N‑Pepa and Warren Zevon for Musical Influence, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins and Carol Kaye for Musical Excellence, and Lenny Waronker for the Ahmet Ertegun Award.
• The Rock Hall’s 2025 Inductee Exhibit opens Oct. 31 in Cleveland with artifacts including Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” lyrics, the White Stripes’ Icky Thump outfits, Chris Cornell’s 1979 Gibson Les Paul and Outkast stage wear.