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Rock Hall's 2026 Class: Maiden, Idol, Latifah & More Inducted!
14 Apr
Summary
- Phil Collins and Sade are among the music legends inducted into the Hall.
- Wu-Tang Clan and Queen Latifah are also honored in this year's class.
- The induction ceremony is scheduled for November 14 in Los Angeles.
The Rock + Roll Hall of Fame has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 class of inductees, celebrating a diverse group of iconic artists. Among those honored are Phil Collins, Iron Maiden, Billy Idol, Queen Latifah, Sade, and the influential Joy Division/New Order collective.
Joining them are the groundbreaking Wu-Tang Clan and the beloved soulful voice of the late Luther Vandross. These artists were selected from a pool of nominees eligible for release at least 25 years prior, with selections made by over 1,200 music industry professionals and historians.
The induction ceremony will be held on November 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, bringing together legends of the music world. This year's ceremony also recognizes significant contributions across special categories, including early influence and musical excellence.
Queen Latifah, Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, MC Lyte, and Gram Parsons are honored in the early influence category. Songwriter Linda Creed and producers Arif Mardin, Jimmy Miller, and Rick Rubin are recognized in the musical excellence category. Ed Sullivan receives the Ahmet Ertegun non-performer award for his iconic television show.
