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Swift Dominates 2026 iHeartNominations
19 Mar
Summary
- Taylor Swift is the most nominated artist with nine nods.
- John Mellencamp receives the Icon Award and will perform.
- Kehlani won two Grammys and is a new performer.
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards are set to feature a significant appearance by Taylor Swift, marking her first awards show of the year. Swift is the most-nominated artist with nine nods, continuing her record as the most-awarded artist in the show's history. The ceremony will also celebrate John Mellencamp, who will receive the 2026 iHeartRadio Icon Award and perform.
Adding to the star-studded event, Kehlani, fresh off winning two Grammy Awards, will perform. She joins previously announced artists including Alex Warren, Lainey Wilson, Ludacris, RAYE, and the iconic trio TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, and En Vogue. Ludacris will also host the 13th annual awards show.
Several other significant honors have been announced. Ludacris will receive the Landmark Award, Miley Cyrus will be presented with the Innovator Award, and Alex Warren is set to be recognized as the Breakthrough Artist of the Year. The awards will broadcast live from Los Angeles on March 26.
