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The 83rd Annual Golden Globes® Generates $133.5 Million in Economic Impact for the City of Beverly Hills and Greater Los Angeles Region

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The Report Underscores the Organization’s Dual Role as Driver of Premier Cultural Events and as a Powerful Economic Engine for Southern California

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LOS ANGELES (April 1, 2026) — Today, Greyhill Advisors, a leading economic analysis consulting firm, in partnership with Dick Clark Productions (DCP), the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced the results of an economic report analyzing the financial impact of the 83rd Annual Golden Globes® for the city of Beverly Hills and Greater Los Angeles region. The 2026 show and ancillary events leading up to it generated an impressive $133.5 Million in economic impact for the city of Beverly Hills and Greater Los Angeles region, building on the show's long-standing history of fueling job creation and driving significant revenue across key sectors such as hospitality, travel, dining, lifestyle, and more, while deeply enriching the local economy.

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The report underscores the dual role of the Golden Globes as a driver of premier cultural events and as a powerful economic engine for Southern California.

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The total economic impact reflects spending by Golden Globes attendees and their guests, ancillary events including award dinners, parties and associated celebrations, and local operational expenditures by Dick Clark Productions to produce the internationally recognized broadcast.

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This translates into dollars injected into the economy and provides real earnings to a variety of professionals that support the broadcast. In total, the 2026 Golden Globes generated $43.9 million in increased employee earnings and supported approximately 550 full-time equivalent jobs, benefiting a broad range of professionals, from television production crews and event staff to hotel workers, stylists, and security personnel.

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Attendee and Visitor Spending Drives Regional Activity

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Each January, thousands of nominees, talent, production crews, glam teams, and members of the media travel to Los Angeles for the Golden Globes, “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®” and the first major award show of the season.

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Collectively, Golden Globes attendees and related visitors accounted for $39.8 million in economic impact, including:

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$18.1 million from personal care services such as stylists, hair and makeup artists, and facialists — marking one of the busiest periods of the year for these professionals in Los Angeles.

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$16.4 million in spending at local hotels, restaurants, and retail establishments.

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$5.3 million generated through transportation and security services.

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“Golden Week” Delivers Additional Boost

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The economic benefits begin well before the live telecast. As the first major awards event of the year, the Golden Globes catalyzes a weeklong calendar of brunches, luncheons, dinners, pre-parties, and after-parties across the region leading up to the show.

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The economic impact tied to these ancillary events during “Golden Week” totaled $16.8 million, delivering significant revenue to hotels, restaurants, event venues, and hospitality providers throughout Los Angeles.

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“The scale of the economic impact shows that the Golden Globes is not just an entertainment event, but also an economic event for Beverly Hills and the Los Angeles area,” said Ben Loftsgaarden, Partner with Greyhill Advisors. “Digging into the numbers reveals the surprising breadth and depth of dollars flowing into the community, to hard working industry professionals and staff behind the scenes that make the week-long celebration a success.”

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“We’re incredibly proud of the economic impact the Golden Globes has on our host city. Producing a show of this scale creates hundreds of jobs, supports local businesses, and infuses significant revenue into the surrounding community,” said Bill Bracken, EVP, Production, Dick Clark Productions. “Having staged the Golden Globes in the city of Beverly Hills for so many years, it’s especially rewarding to give back in a meaningful way and contribute to its continued vitality.”

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Local Production Investment Strengthens Industry Hub

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Producing one of television’s most prestigious awards ceremonies and live broadcasts requires months of preparation and significant local investment. Dick Clark Productions, a Los Angeles–based company, invested heavily in local operations and pours millions of dollars into the local economy each year.

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DCP’s production activities for the 2026 Golden Globes generated $77 million in economic impact in the Los Angeles region alone.

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A Global Spotlight on Beverly Hills and Los Angeles

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Beyond direct economic benefits, the Golden Globes reinforces Los Angeles’ position as the nation’s leading center for cultural content production.

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The “83rd Annual Golden Globes,” “ET: Live on the Golden Globes Red Carpet,” and the new primetime special “Golden Eve”) reached a combined 21.77 Million viewers on CBS and Paramount+, according to Nielsen, and 27.07 Million international viewers across 169 territories, placing a global spotlight on the region’s creative workforce, venues, and world-class production capabilities. The city of Beverly Hills received $18.3 Million in broadcast media value from the “83rd Annual Golden Globes” and “Golden Eve,” including visual and verbal on-air exposure.

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As the entertainment capital of the world, Beverly Hills and Los Angeles continue to benefit from the Golden Globes’ unique ability to blend cultural significance with measurable economic value by generating jobs, supporting small businesses, and showcasing the region on an international stage.

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About Greyhill Advisors

Greyhill Advisors is an economic analysis, economic development and site selection consulting firm with offices in Austin, TX. Greyhill represents a team of seasoned professionals with hands-on experience performing economic analysis, assisting leading companies in their location decisions and working with communities to expand their economic potential. For more information, visit www.greyhilladvisors.com.

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About Golden Globes®

As a premier entertainment awards show since 1944, the annual Golden Globes has honored achievements in both television and film. Over the last three decades, the Golden Globes has enabled donations of more than $55 million to entertainment-related charities including scholarship programs, film restoration projects and humanitarian efforts. This funding has also supported diverse programs in partnership with advocacy groups aimed at promoting greater access in Hollywood for underserved communities. Dick Clark Productions is the owner and producer of the Golden Globes. For more information on the Golden Globes, please visit GoldenGlobes.com and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and TikTok.

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About Dick Clark Productions

Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming including “The Golden Globes,” the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television and podcasting, “American Music Awards,” “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve,” the No. 1 entertainment special in America, “Golden Eve,” “Academy of Country Music Awards,” “Billboard Music Awards,” “Rising Stars of Country Music,” Emmy®-winning series “So You Think You Can Dance,” and “American Bandstand,” the iconic and groundbreaking cultural phenomenon that defined a generation. Dick Clark Productions also possesses one of the world’s most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation. For more information, please visit DickClark.com.

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Inaugural Art Week NYC Announces Participating Cultural Institutions and Nonprofits for Citywide Event

October 16, 2026

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Inaugural Art Week NYC Announces Participating Cultural Institutions and Nonprofits for Citywide Event

October 16, 2026

Full list of participating institutions: HERE

Art Week NYC today announced the participating cultural institutions and nonprofit organizations for its inaugural citywide event, taking place November 11–14, 2026. Art Week NYC will celebrate New York’s extraordinary art ecosystem by bringing together museums, cultural institutions, galleries, artists, collectors, and audiences across the city. Select museums and institutions are presented in partnership with Bloomberg Connects.

Art Week NYC will feature a full day of public programming presented in partnership with Artforum and the New Museum, Art Week’s primary institutional partner, on Saturday, November 14 at the New Museum Theater.

Under the banner of “Art and the City,” these five talks will feature artists, architects, filmmakers, critics, and writers in five conversations examining the forces shaping art and culture in New York. Topics will include the redesign of notable museum spaces across the city, the growing movement of artists into filmmaking, the economic conditions faced by artists working in New York, and the impact of machine intelligence on studio practice.

This collaboration coincides with a significant moment for the New Museum, including the largest survey to date of the work of Arthur Jafa; the first New York solo museum exhibition of artist Diego Marcon; an exhibition tracing four hundred years in the history of the Bowery; and a new commission by artist Ho Tzu Nyen in the OMA-designed expansion of the museum’s downtown home.

The New Museum’s Toby Devan Lewis Director, Massimiliano Gioni, said, “Art Week NYC is a new initiative that brings the art world together, in a city that has been historically shaped and transformed by artists. We are thrilled that the New Museum will be at its center, as a catalyst for dialogues between artists, architects, curators, filmmakers, and the public: we have always thought of our institution as a place of encounters and conversations—a public plaza for new ideas.”

Art Week NYC will further expand across the city via the participation of leading museums, cultural organizations, nonprofits, and civic institutions.

Designed around the gallery neighborhoods, Art Week NYC will connect programming across Chelsea, Tribeca, the Lower East Side, the Upper East Side, and beyond. The citywide format will encourage audiences to move through New York and experience galleries, museums, cultural institutions, public spaces, and neighborhood destinations as part of one interconnected art week.

“New York City's world-renowned galleries and museums draw art lovers from all over the globe, but they belong first and foremost to the New Yorkers who live here,” said City Council Speaker Julie Menin. “Art Week NYC opens the door for our city's own artists and art lovers to support and be inspired by the creative institutions in our own backyard. The success of our city's cultural sphere has always been built on the voices and hearts of New Yorkers, and this week gives more of them a way to take part.”

“New York City’s cultural landscape is one of our greatest strengths, but it only thrives when New Yorkers are able to experience it, explore it and see themselves as part of it,” said Deputy Speaker Dr. Nantasha Williams. “A thriving cultural ecosystem creates opportunities on both sides: greater visibility and new audiences for artists, and greater access for New Yorkers to the range of art being created and presented across our city. Art Week NYC creates an opportunity to open more doors, bring new audiences into galleries and museums across the city, and introduce people to artists and cultural spaces they may not otherwise encounter. I’m excited about the energy Art Week will bring to our neighborhoods and the opportunity to deepen New Yorkers’ connection to the arts across our city.”

Participating Cultural Institutions and Nonprofits

ADAA (Art Dealers Association of America)

American Folk Art Museum

Americas Society

ArtTable

Asia Society Museum

Brooklyn Experimental Art Foundation

Brooklyn Museum

El Museo del Barrio

Fountain House Gallery

Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

International Center of Photography

M-ARCH PROJECTS

Madison Square Park Conservancy

New Museum

New York City Council

Powerhouse Arts

Queens Museum

Studio Museum in Harlem

The FLAG Art Foundation

The Frick Collection

The High Line

The Immigrant Artist Biennial

The Jewish Museum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Museum of the City of New York

The New York Public Library

Vilcek Foundation

White Columns

Whitney Museum of American Art

Williamsburg Biannual

Throughout the week, participating institutions will present exhibitions and special programming across the city, broadening Art Week NYC beyond traditional gallery districts and into New York’s wider cultural landscape.

About Art Week NYC 12

Taking place November 11–14, 2026, Art Week NYC brings together galleries, museums, artists, collectors, cultural organizations, and audiences for a citywide celebration of contemporary art.

The inaugural edition will feature more than 80 participating galleries across Chelsea, Tribeca, the Lower East Side, and the Upper East Side, alongside institutional programming, conversations, tours, exhibitions, and special events throughout New York City.

Additional programming and VIP experiences to be announced on art-week.com.

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“Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2027” to Simulcast Live on ABC and Disney+ for the First Time Ever; Druski Joins as Co-Host

October 7, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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“Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2027” to Simulcast Live on ABC and Disney+ for the First Time Ever

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Druski Joins as Chicago Co-Host

Rita Ora Returns to Co-Host from New York;

Julianne Hough and Rob Gronkowski Return as Las Vegas Co-Hosts

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America’s No. 1 New Year’s Eve Celebration Airs LIVE Thursday, Dec. 31, Beginning at 8/7c on ABC and Disney+

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[EDITOR’S NOTE]: Media assets HERE

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Los Angeles, CA - October 7, 2026 — Today, ABC and Dick Clark Productions (DCP), the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced that “Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2027” will simulcast on Disney+, alongside the live broadcast on ABC, for the first time in the history of the iconic franchise, giving audiences an exciting new way to experience America's biggest, most-watched New Year's celebration.

Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, “Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve” will welcome award-winning comedian and actor Druski as the Chicago co-host. Featured on the cover of TIME100 Next 2026, which recognizes the world’s influential rising stars, and named the No. 1 most influential creator of 2026 by Rolling Stone, Druski is one of the entertainment industry’s leading comedic voices and has redefined comedy for the modern era, building a massive following through viral sketches, self-produced shows, sold-out tours and more.

Chart-topping artist, actress and global entertainer Rita Ora returns to co-host from New York's Times Square, and renowned multi-hyphenate performer Julianne Hough and NFL legend Rob Gronkowski will return to Las Vegas to lead celebrations from the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”

The telecast’s landmark streaming debut follows a record-breaking 2026 edition that further cemented “Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve” as television's premier New Year's Eve destination. The expanded eight-hour celebration, the longest telecast and largest artist lineup in the show's more than 50-year history, featured 42 performers, four live countdown celebrations, and nearly 100 songs from New York City's Times Square, Las Vegas, Chicago, Puerto Rico, Nashville, Kansas City and beyond.

Consistently ranking as one of America’s most-watched television specials according to Nielsen, “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026” reached 46 million total viewers, making it the No. 1 television program of the night. More than 30 million viewers watched the iconic Times Square Ball Drop at midnight, while the 11:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m. hour alone attracted nearly 20 million viewers, outperforming all competing New Year's Eve programming. The show's expanded late-night coverage also delivered its strongest performance in eight years, with the post-midnight broadcast nearly doubling the previous year's audience.

The nationwide iHeartRadio simulcast reached 2 million listeners across nearly 150 iHeartRadio stations, a +9% increase over the previous year. Social engagement reached new heights as Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve and ABC generated more than 506 million video views across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X during the five days surrounding the broadcast, a +165% increase year over year.

The 2026 celebration brought together one of the most diverse lineups in franchise history, featuring performances from music legends, global superstars and breakout artists representing every genre. Highlights included Diana Ross ushering in the New Year from Times Square, as well as 4 Non Blondes, 50 Cent, AJR, The All-American Rejects, BigXthaPlug, Chance the Rapper, Chappell Roan, Charlie Puth, Ciara, Daddy Yankee, Demi Lovato, DJ Cassidy's star-studded “Pass The Mic Live!” featuring Busta Rhymes, T.I. and Wyclef Jean, Goo Goo Dolls, Jess Glynne, Jessie Murph, Jordan Davis, LE SSERAFIM, Leon Thomas, Little Big Town, Madison Beer, Maren Morris, Mariah Carey, New Kids on the Block, OneRepublic, Pitbull, Post Malone, Rick Springfield, Russell Dickerson, Tucker Wetmore and Zara Larsson, among many others.

Additional details for this year’s broadcast will be announced in the coming months. “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2027” is produced by Dick Clark Productions, with Ryan Seacrest, Michael Dempsey, Jay Penske, and Barry Adelman serving as executive producers.

Follow “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest” on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Threads, join the conversation with #RockinEve and get the latest news and updates at NewYearsRockinEve.com.

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“Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2027” to Simulcast Live on ABC and Disney+ for the First Time Ever; Druski Joins as Co-Host

October 7, 2026

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Ticket On-Sale Announced for 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards

October 5, 2026

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Ticket On-Sale Announced for 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards

October 5, 2026

TICKET ON-SALE ANNOUNCED FOR

62^ndACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS

ACM AWARDS RETURNS TO WORLD-RENOWNED MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA IN LAS VEGAS ON SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2027
Exclusive Presale Tickets Available Through Amex Premium Events Collection™ Starting October 6 at 10 AM PT

General Pre-Sale Tickets Available on October 7 at 10 AM PT
by Signing up for ACM A-List

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General On-Sale Starts on October 9 at 10 AM PT at AXS.com

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ASSETS AVAILABLE HERE

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Nashville, TN — October 5, 2026 — Today, the Academy of Country Music (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP), announced ticket on-sale information for the 62^ndAcademy of Country Music Awards, taking place Sunday, May 16, 2027, and returning to the world-renowned MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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AMEX PREMIUM EVENTS COLLECTION™ TICKET PRE-SALE:

American Express Platinum Card® and Centurion® Members will have access to exclusive presale tickets through the Amex Premium Events Collection™ available for purchase HERE beginning Tuesday, October 6 at 10 AM PT through Thursday, October 8 at 11:59 PM PT, before the general public on-sale, while supplies last. Terms apply. The Premium Events Collection™ is a benefit for Platinum Card® and Centurion® Members that gives access to curated experiences in dining, entertainment, fashion, and sports.

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ACM A-LIST TICKET PRE-SALE: Tickets for the 62^ndACM Awards will be available for ACM A-List subscribers beginning Wednesday, October 7 at 10 AM PT. To gain access to presale tickets before they go on sale to the general public, sign up for the ACM A-List free email newsletter and you’ll be sent a pre-sale code that will grant you access to purchase tickets in advance of the public on-sale, while supplies last.

GENERAL PUBLIC TICKET ON-SALE: Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 9 at 10 AM PT at AXS.com.

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Following the record-setting success of the 61st ACM Awards, which according to Greyhill Advisors, generated an estimated $53 million in total economic impact for the Las Vegas region — an 85% year-over-year increase from the 2025 show in Frisco, Texas — the 62nd ACM Awards promises another unforgettable celebration of Country Music’s biggest stars. The 2026 show additionally generated $15.7 million in increased employee earnings and supported approximately 290 full-time equivalent jobs across industries, while driving significant fan and artist engagement, with ACM Awards social accounts garnering more than 153 million video views.

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Hosted by Shania Twain, the 2026 show featured 17 performances from many of Country Music’s biggest stars and celebrated both established icons and the genre’s next generation of talent. Cody Johnson earned his first ACM Entertainer of the Year award, while Ella Langley led all winners with a record-breaking seven trophies, setting a new benchmark for the most ACM wins by a single artist in one year.

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The 62nd ACM Awards will continue its groundbreaking legacy as the first-ever major award show to exclusively livestream, with the show streaming on Prime Video to audiences in more than 240 countries and territories, as well as on Amazon Music and Twitch. In addition to the main show, ACM Awards will feature a range of exciting ancillary events throughout the week with full details to be shared at a later date.

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The biggest names in Country Music will be announced across all events in the coming months. Media credential applications to cover the award show and surrounding events in Las Vegas will become available in March, details to be posted at www.ACMcountry.com. Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List to be the first to know the latest news and for exclusive pre-sale opportunities.

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Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video, and is the first Country Music awards show to be nominated for an Emmy® Award. The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards was produced by Dick Clark Productions (DCP). Raj Kapoor and Patrick Menton were executive producers, with Kapoor also serving as showrunner. Damon Whiteside served as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman served as executive producers for DCP. John Saade also served as executive producer for Amazon MGM Studios.

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About the Academy of Country Music:

Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown over the past 60 years into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2026 continues to be a landmark year for the Academy, with the 61st ACM Awards streamed live to a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.

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About Dick Clark Productions:

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About Prime Video:

Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info, visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.

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About MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA:

The MGM Grand Garden Arena is home to concerts, championship boxing and premier sporting and special events. The Arena offers comfortable seating for as many as 16,800 with excellent sightlines and state-of-the-art acoustics, lighting and sound. Prominent events to date have included world championship fights between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Canelo Alvarez as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao; and concerts by The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bette Midler, George Strait, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, U2, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Alicia Keys, Jimmy Buffett and the Barbra Streisand Millennium Concert. The MGM Grand Garden Arena also has been home to annual events including the Academy of Country Music Awards, the Billboard Music Awards, the Latin GRAMMY Awards, iHeartRadio Music Festival, Pac-12 Men’s Basketball Championship and Frozen Fury NHL pre-season games hosted by the Los Angeles Kings. For more information, visit GrandGardenArena.com.

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61st ACM Awards Electronic Press Kit

Fashion Cam & Show Clips HERE; Handout Photos HERE; Getty Images HERE; EPK/Video Footage HERE

*Media coverage guidelines HERE | Images are provided for one-time use only, solely to promote The Academy of Country Music Awards. No rights are granted to archive, resell, exploit, or reuse in any manner other than as stated herein.

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Penske Media Corporation Increases Ownership of SXSW

August 28, 2026

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Penske Media Corporation Increases Ownership of SXSW

August 28, 2026

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Dick Clark Productions Launches DCP Studios, Adding Award-Winning Branded Content Studio to Its Business

August 3, 2026

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Dick Clark Productions Launches DCP Studios, Adding Award-Winning Branded Content Studio to Its Business

August 3, 2026

Today, Dick Clark Productions (DCP), the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced the launch of DCP Studios, a new in-house division created to expand the company’s creative and production capabilities for its partners and talent across its rich portfolio of shows including: The Golden Globes, Dick Clark’s New Years’ Rockin’ Eve, Academy of Country Music Awards, American Music Awards and more. The DCP Studios team will also serve as the branded production studio for ambitious, portfolio-wide PMX brand partnerships.

As part of Penske Media Corporation’s recent acquisition of Vox Media, a team of creative and production leaders from the team formerly known as Vox Creative will join DCP to establish the company’s first-ever in-house DCP Studios division. Based in Los Angeles and New York, DCP Studios will serve as an always-on branded content studio, creating and producing campaigns for partners and audiences across platforms including social, digital, podcasts, live experiences and premium video, while expanding DCP’s ability to deliver sustained storytelling, deeper audience engagement and a broader range of creative services throughout the year.

Yosef Johnson will helm the new division, bringing more than 15 years of experience across branded content, creative strategy and production. Most recently SVP and Head of Vox Creative, Vox Media’s award-winning in-house brand studio, Johnson oversaw creative development, strategy, client management and experiential and branded content production for advertisers. Throughout his career, Johnson has led the development of cross-platform campaigns, purpose-driven documentaries, podcasts, written features, audio campaigns and social-first storytelling, with prior leadership roles at Group Nine Media, NowThis, and Wieden+Kennedy New York, where he worked across brands including Nike, Jordan Brand, and ESPN.

“I’m thrilled to bring this extraordinary team into DCP and have the opportunity to build exciting new partnerships with advertisers, rooted in the iconic legacy and live entertainment of both DCP and the expanding portfolio at PMX,” said Johnson, Head of DCP Studios. “We’re excited to create rich, enduring stories around powerful IP, franchises and longstanding talent relationships, and to help our brand partners show up in ways that are culturally resonant, creatively ambitious and built for every platform where audiences engage.”

“DCP Studios expands our ability to tell a wider array of stories for partners and audiences across every platform, while also allowing us to offer a broader range of creative services through an always-on studio model,” said Mike Chuthakieo, Chief Commercial Officer, Dick Clark Productions.

Vox Creative has been a trusted brand content studio for more than a decade and is a multi-year winner of Digiday’s Best Branded Content Studio. The incoming team has created award-winning work for hundreds of advertisers, across social, podcasts, live experiences, premium video, and documentaries. Most recently, timed to the World Cup, the team released Soccer Meets America, in association with Verizon, a docuseries that premiered on Roku as part of an integrated campaign featuring social IRL moments, fan-focused screenings, and editorial storytelling.

About Dick Clark Productions

About Penske Media Corporation

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 500 million people. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and owns over 300 live events, while reaching audiences across all screens. Penske Media is recognized, as one of the Top 100 Private Companies in the United States and North America.

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Iconic Media Brands (PMX): Variety, Rolling Stone, The Verge, Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Eater, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, VIBE, IndieWire, SB Nation, ARTFORUM, POPSUGAR, Gold Derby, BEAUTY INC, Art in America, Punch, The Dodo, and more.

Live Events & Experiences: The Golden Globes, SXSW, Academy of Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), Dick Clark's New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW London, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week.

Data & Analytics: Luminate, the premier music and entertainment data and analytics company.

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PMC and its subsidiaries are co-headquartered in New York and Los Angeles, with additional offices spanning 14 countries worldwide.

Visit www.PMC.com to explore our complete portfolio.

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Sourcing Journal Launches Visions of Tomorrow, a New Global Supply Chain Innovation Event

July 16, 2026

Sourcing Journal (SJ), the premier voice for sourcing community thought leaders, introduces Visions of Tomorrow, a new flagship event celebrating the innovators, technologies and ideas redefining the global supply chain. Taking place on Monday, July 27, 2026, in New York City, the inaugural gathering will bring together executives from across fashion, retail and technology for an evening of panel discussions, industry recognition and networking focused on the future of sourcing.

As sourcing has evolved from a back-office function into a strategic driver of brand transformation, Visions of Tomorrow reflects the growing influence of supply chain leaders in shaping business strategy, product development and operational excellence. Through conversations exploring artificial intelligence, digital product creation, and next-generation logistics, the event will examine the strategies transforming the industry while honoring the visionaries driving its future.

“Visions of Tomorrow is a testament to the enduring strength and authority of the Sourcing Journal brand,” said Amanda Smith, CEO, Fairchild Media Group. “As the definitive leader in the supply chain and manufacturing space, our role is not just to report on the industry, but to champion the pioneers who are actively redefining the future of the industry. This year’s event honoring visionaries across fashion technology, product and AI innovation is a vital investment in our continued growth, reinforcing Sourcing Journal as the essential, forward-looking voice driving our community's global conversation.”

This year's honorees and speakers include:

Meg Ball, Senior Director, Creative Technology & AI Enablement, Centric Brands
Beth Esponnette, Co-founder, Chief Product Officer & Chair, Unspun
Sandra Gagnon, Senior Director, 3D Digital Product Creation, Target
Carmen Gama, Director, Circular Design, Eileen Fisher
Jessica Murphy, Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer, True Fit

“Visions of Tomorrow is designed to challenge assumptions, spark new ideas and bring the industry together to explore the innovations shaping the future of sourcing. We're excited to recognize the leaders driving meaningful change while creating a forum for conversations that will help shape what's next,” said Kate Nishimura, Deputy Editor, Sourcing Journal, and Angela Velasquez, Executive Editor, SJ Denim, who will cohost Visions of Tomorrow.

Presented with support from Centric Software and PI Apparel, Visions of Tomorrow reflects Sourcing Journal's commitment to convening the leaders and ideas shaping the future of global sourcing.

Event Details

Sourcing Journal: Visions of Tomorrow

Date: Monday, July 27, 2026

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET

Location: SECOND, 849 6th Ave., New York, NY 10001

Media Credentials: MEDIA RSVP / Abby Kalicka, akalicka@pmc.com

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Since its founding in 2009, Sourcing Journal (SJ) has become the premier voice for sourcing community thought leaders. Sourcing Journal’s expert editorial team leads the industry conversation with smart investigative journalism, breaking news, analysis of global market conditions. Sourcing Journal reaches a digital audience of 500K+, offers a daily newsletter featuring vital updates on global market conditions, publishes a series of white papers and reports that tackle major global business news and topics throughout the year and hosts 3 thought leader events including the annual SJ Summit in NYC. Published by Penske Media Corporation and part of Fairchild Media Group, Sourcing Journal leads the trade as the destination for apparel and textile executives looking to make sense of an increasingly complex sourcing landscape.

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The 83rd Annual Golden Globes® Receives Emmy® Award Nomination for Outstanding Variety Special (Live)

July 9, 2026

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The 83rd Annual Golden Globes® Receives Emmy® Award Nomination for Outstanding Variety Special (Live)

July 9, 2026

Los Angeles, CA — July 8, 2026 — The 83rd Annual Golden Globes® has been nominated for an Emmy® Award in the Outstanding Variety Special (Live) category, recognizing the exceptional creative achievement, innovation, and production excellence behind “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®” and the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television, and podcasting.

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Nikki Glaser said, "Hosting the Golden Globes is the greatest job I may ever have. I am so thrilled that the incredible team behind this massive live production got the nomination they deserve. Thank you to the Television Academy! We are all thrilled that we get to attend and enjoy an award show rather than working our asses off at one!"

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"This Emmy nomination is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the extraordinary talent, creativity, and commitment of everyone who helped bring the 83rd Annual Golden Globes to life," said Helen Hoehne, President, Golden Globes. "From our host Nikki Glaser, to our producers and production partners to our creative teams, presenters, and everyone behind the scenes, this recognition belongs to the many people whose passion and dedication made this year's show possible. We are grateful to the Television Academy for this incredible honor."

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83rd Annual Golden Globes • CBS • Dick Clark Productions
- Ricky Kirshner, Executive Producer
- Glenn Weiss, Executive Producer
- Jay Penske, Executive Producer
- Barry Adelman, Executive Producer
- Helen Hoehne, Executive Producer
- Derek Browell, Line Producer
- Nikki Glaser, Host

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Hosted by acclaimed Golden Globe, Grammy® and Emmy®-nominated comedian, writer, and actress Nikki Glaser, the 84th Annual Golden Globes, the first major award show of the season, will broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton on Sunday, January 10, 2027 on the CBS Television Network, and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S.

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Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the annual Golden Globes, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide.

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About Golden Globes®

About Dick Clark Productions

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61st ACM Awards Generates $53 Million in Economic Impact for Las Vegas; 2027 Show Airs Sunday, May 16

June 25, 2026

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June 25, 2026

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ARTFORUM AND ARTNEWS ANNOUNCE FIRST EVER ART WEEK NYC NOVEMBER 11-14, 2026

June 11, 2026

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ARTFORUM AND ARTNEWS ANNOUNCE FIRST EVER ART WEEK NYC NOVEMBER 11-14, 2026

June 11, 2026

June 11, 2026: New York, NY: Today, two of the art world's leading authorities, Artforum and ARTnews, unveiled the launch of the first ever Art Week NYC, set to take place November 11–14, 2026, in New York City. This inaugural four-day event invites collectors, patrons, and art enthusiasts to experience the city’s vibrant art landscape through gallery openings, exhibition walkthroughs, artist talks, public programming, neighborhood walking tours, and retail experiences, all woven into the fabric of New York’s most distinct neighborhoods and cultural institutions.

Highlights include three days of openings and activations with gallery participants invited by Artforum, organized by neighborhood. A full day of public programming, hosted jointly by the New Museum and Artforum, will spotlight artists, curators, writers, and other key voices discussing the forces shaping art and culture today. Additionally, ARTnews will host editor led gallery tours throughout each neighborhood and present conversations exploring the top issues driving the art world today. Art Week NYC will center around a dynamic Midtown hub programmed by ARTnews and Art in America, featuring sponsor activations and conversations with luminaries and leading figures from the art world and beyond.

“We are thrilled to finally bring a dedicated Art Week to the city focused on the galleries. New York City has long been a beacon of creativity and innovation and is home to an unparalleled ecosystem of galleries of all scales with an incredible breadth of expertise,” says Danielle McConnell, Publisher of Artforum. “We’re profoundly grateful to the galleries, museums, and cultural partners for opening their doors to welcome audiences into the spaces where art is best experienced. This week is a celebration of their commitment to keeping art at the center of our city’s cultural heartbeat.”

“Art is more important to more people than ever before, and I’m excited to see Art Week activate the city and its cultural institutions,” said Sarah Douglas, Editor-in-Chief of ARTnews and Art in America. “Every day ARTnews and Art in America bring audiences news from and commentary on the global art world; Art Week will remind us that that world is, at its heart, about community.”

“New York and its incredible institutions, like the New Museum, are offering something truly unprecedented,” says Luke Bahrenburg, President, Art and Luxury Group, Penske Media Corporation. “For one transformative week, we’re inviting art enthusiasts not just to view art but to engage with the ideas, creators, and communities shaping its future. We’re building a platform where deeper dialogues about art and its broader cultural connections can thrive.”

Stay tuned for detailed updates on programming announcements, gallery participation, museums, ticket releases, and more by signing up https://www.art-week.com.

About Artforum

Artforum is the magazine of record for the contemporary art world and holds the unique roles of institution and foremost tastemaker in the industry. Established in 1962, it is often the first to identify artists whose work comes to define eras, delivering the highest level of critical discourse to an international audience. Artforum’s artists’ projects, reviews, and critical essays on contemporary visual culture, including coverage of film, music, architecture, performance, and media, provide rigorous, diverse, and provocative perspectives on the cultural trends of our time.

About ARTnews

Founded in 1902, ARTnews is the oldest and most widely circulated art magazine in the world. Its readership of 180,000 in 124 countries includes collectors, dealers, historians, artists, museum directors, curators, connoisseurs, and enthusiasts. ARTnews covers the artists, institutions, market forces, ideas, and cultural developments shaping the global art world.

About Art in America

Established in 1913, Art in America is a leading magazine and digital platform covering the contemporary global art world. Art in America features critical essays, in-depth profiles of established and emerging artists, exhibition reviews, and original artist projects. The publication serves as an essential resource for collectors, curators, artists, and art professionals worldwide.

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The 84th Annual Golden Globes Timetable, Eligibility Rules and Campaign Guidelines Announced

May 7, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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THE 84^TH ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES TIMETABLE, ELIGIBILITY RULES AND CAMPAIGN GUIDELINES ANNOUNCED

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Awards Timetable, Eligibility Rules and Categories HERE

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LOS ANGELES, CA – May 7, 2026 – Today, the Golden Globes® released its awards timetable, eligibility rules and campaign guidelines for the 84^th Annual Golden Globes®, the first major award show of the season. Hosted by acclaimed Golden Globe, Grammy® and Emmy®-nominated comedian, writer, and actress Nikki Glaser, the ceremony will broadcast live from the Beverly Hilton on Sunday, January 10, 2027 on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S.

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Nominations for the Golden Globes will be announced on Monday, December 7, 2026. The Awards timetable is outlined below, and complete rules and categories can be found HERE.

84^th Annual Golden Globes Timetable

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Monday, June 1, 2026

Submission website opens for 84th Annual Golden Globes Motion Picture, Television and Podcast

Entries for the official Golden Globes Submissions must be completed online at https://goldenglobes.submit.live/

Friday, October 30, 2026

Deadline for Motion Picture, Television, and Podcast submissions

Monday, November 16, 2026

Television and Podcast nomination ballots to be sent to all voters

Sunday, November 22, 2026

Final date for Television and Podcast press conferences

Final date for Television and Podcast programs to be uploaded to the Golden Globes Indee Viewing Platform at https://goldenglobes.indee.tv

Monday, November 23, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. PST

Deadline for receipt of Television and Podcast nomination ballots to KMPG

Tuesday, November 24, 2026

Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement nomination ballots to be sent to all voters

Wednesday, December 2, 2026

Final date for Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement press conferences

Final date for Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement titles to be uploaded to the Golden Globes Indee Viewing Platform at https://goldenglobes.indee.tv

Friday, December 4, 2026 by 5:00 p.m. PST

Deadline for receipt of Motion Picture and Cinematic and Box Office Achievement nomination ballots to KPMG

Monday, December 7, 2026 at 5:00 a.m. PST

Announcement of nominations for the 84^th Annual Golden Globes

Friday, December 18, 2026

Final ballots sent to all voters by KPMG

Saturday, January 2, 2027 by 5:00 p.m. PST

Deadline for receipt of final ballots to KPMG

Sunday, January 10, 2027 at 5:00 p.m. PST

Presentation of the 84^th Annual Golden Globes

The Golden Globes, “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®,” is the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television, and podcasting. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the annual Golden Globes, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide.

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May 7, 2026

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Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, Twenty One Pilots to Perform at 52nd American Music Awards

May 7, 2026

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Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, Twenty One Pilots to Perform at 52nd American Music Awards

May 7, 2026

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Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, and Twenty One Pilots Will Perform at the 52nd American Music Awards

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Queen Latifah Will Host The Star-Studded Annual Special, Which Airs Live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on CBS and Paramount+

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Los Angeles, CA - May 7, 2026 - Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP), the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced the star-studded first group of performers slated to take the stage at the 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs), which will kick off summer with host Queen Latifah live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the largest venue in the show’s history, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25.

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Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, and Twenty One Pilots will all deliver can’t-miss performances featuring some of today’s biggest hits and fan-favorites.

Thirty years after winning the American Music Award for Pop/Rock New Artist, Hootie & the Blowfish will return to the AMAs stage to perform some of the hits that earned them that trophy in 1996.
First-time AMA nominees KATSEYE will bring down the house with the U.S. television broadcast premiere of their new single “PINKY UP.”
Fresh off show-stopping performances at Coachella and Stagecoach, Teddy Swims will perform his latest single “Mr. Know It All.”
Maluma will return to the AMA stage with a performance of a song from his latest project Loco x Volver, out May 15.
Now guest starring in the hit CBS show Marshals, country superstar Riley Green will make his AMA performance debut.
Keith Urban will perform a track from his forthcoming Yacht Rock album Flow State, out June 12.
Twenty One Pilots will perform the fan favorite “Drag Path.” Originally released as a limited-time bonus track, the song became a viral audio on social media and has now amassed nearly 100 million streams across DSPs.
Seven-time nominee SOMBR will make his AMA performance debut, ahead of his fall “You Are the Reason” arena tour.

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As one of music’s most anticipated nights of the year, the 52nd American Music Awards returns to CBS and Paramount+* to honor the most influential artists and songs of today alongside unforgettable performances and special moments in a multi-genre, cross-generational celebration of music.

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Nominations for the 52nd American Music Awards were announced last month. Taylor Swift leads with eight nominations, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR with seven each. Fan voting is now open via VoteAMAs.com and the @AMAs Instagram profile in all award categories. Voting closes on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:59:59am PT, with the exception of Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year, which will remain open through the first 30 minutes of the AMAs broadcast.

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Additional details, including more performers, presenters, and special honorees for the 52nd AMAs will be announced in the coming weeks.

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This Memorial Day, the American Music Awards is proud to spotlight our nation’s heroes and help amplify the vital work being done in support of the veteran community, honoring the enduring spirit of service in partnership with leading Military and Veterans Service Organizations - Blue Star Families, Bob Woodruff Foundation, Congressional Medal of Honor Society, Easy Day Foundation, Fisher House Foundation, Gary Sinise Foundation, Invictus Games Foundation, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Semper Fi & America’s Fund, Team Rubicon, and the USO. To learn more, visit TheAMAs.com/Salute.

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About the American Music Awards:

Celebrating the year’s most iconic music, the American Music Awards is the world’s largest fan-voted award show, honoring today’s most influential artists and their passionate fanbases.
Created by legendary producer and visionary Dick Clark and first awarded in 1974, the American Music Awards is known for delivering half a century worth of iconic performances and enduring moments that have defined and shaped pop culture, as well as a history of introducing audiences to breakthrough artists.
The American Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions.

For the latest news, exclusive content, and updates, follow the AMAs:

Website: TheAMAs.com

X: @AMAs

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Facebook: @AMAs

Threads: @AMAs

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Hashtag: #AMAs

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next‐generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct‐to‐Consumer, and TV Media. The Company’s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS – America’s most‐watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance’s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com.

About Dick Clark Productions

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About MGM Grand Garden Arena

*Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.

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Avery Anna, Blake Shelton, Carter Faith, Dan + Shay, Ella Langley, Jordan Davis, Kane Brown, The Red Clay Strays, Thomas Rhett, Tucker Wetmore, Zach Top Added to 61st Academy of Country Music Awards Performance Lineup

Legendary Songwriter and Best-Selling Female Country Artist Shania Twain to Host the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards for the First Time

April 22, 2026

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Legendary Songwriter and Best-Selling Female Country Artist Shania Twain to Host the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards for the First Time

April 22, 2026

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LEGENDARY SONGWRITER AND BEST-SELLING FEMALE COUNTRY ARTIST SHANIA TWAIN WILL TAKE THE STAGE TO HOST THE

61ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS FOR THE FIRST TIME

61st ACM Awards Makes Its Triumphant Return to Las Vegas on May 17, 2026

Streaming Live Around the Globe from MGM Grand Garden Arena,

Exclusively on Prime Video and Amazon Music

Great Seats for the 61st ACM Awards and ACM Awards Week Events Just Released at AXS.COM

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NASHVILLE, Tenn. — April 22, 2026 — Today, the Academy of Country Music® (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced that legendary songwriter and best-selling female country artist Shania Twain will host the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards for the first time. The 61st ACM Awards will stream live exclusively for a global audience across 240+ countries and territories on Prime Video on Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET / 7 p.m. CT / 5 p.m. PT from the world-renowned MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Fans will also be able to watch the broadcast on the Amazon Music channel on Twitch, as well as in the Amazon Music app.

As the top-selling female country-pop artist of all time, globally celebrated songwriter, artist, and performer Shania Twain has established herself as one of music’s most iconic and influential voices. A three-time ACM Award winner and five-time GRAMMY Award winner, Twain helped redefine country music for a global audience with her bold, boundary-pushing sound and undeniable crossover appeal. With six acclaimed studio albums and more than 100 million albums sold worldwide, her influence continues to shape the music industry today.

“I’m thrilled to be hosting the 61st ACM Awards in Las Vegas, a place that feels like home.” said Twain. “It’s such an honor to be part of this incredible night celebrating Country Music’s biggest stars, especially with so many talented women leading nominations this year. I can’t wait to welcome all of the fans and artists out for this unforgettable night.”

“We are honored to welcome global music superstar Shania Twain as our host this year,” ACM CEO Damon Whiteside said. “We couldn’t imagine a more perfect icon to follow our previous iconic hosts, Dolly, Garth, and Reba, blending one of the most important nights in Country Music with the excitement of Las Vegas . Shania has an impressive history on the ACM Awards stage including her win of the coveted ACM Entertainer of the Year trophy and receiving the ACM Poet’s Award honoring her prolific songwriting career.”

Returning to the Sunday night timeslot, the Emmy-nominated, star-powered ACM Awards experience will feature unprecedented performances, exclusive collaborations, and unexpected moments from the biggest Country Music stars, including performances by Cody Johnson, Kacey Musgraves, Lainey Wilson, Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, and Riley Green, with more to be announced in the coming weeks.

Leading up to the big night, the Academy of Country Music will take over Las Vegas with previously announced ACM Awards week events including a “Whiskey Jam Welcome Party” at Ole Red Las Vegas on Thursday, May 14 with Avery Anna, Caroline Jones, Jenna Paulette, and The Band Perry; “ACM Lifting Lives Country on the Green: Riley Green & Friends” at Topgolf Las Vegas Friday, May 15 with Lauren Alaina, Randy Houser, and Rodney Atkins, alongside headliner Riley Green; as well as “ACM Next Wave: Country’s Beach Bash” at Mandalay Bay Beach Saturday, May 16 with Ashley Cooke, Braxton Keith, Dasha, Flatland Cavalry, Keith Urban, Tucker Wetmore, and more.

Tickets for the 61st ACM Awards and ACM Awards week events are available for purchase on AXS.com, offering fans exclusive entry into a nonstop weekend packed with performances by their favorite Country stars.

Fans can also stream the Official ACM Awards playlist available now on Amazon Music in celebration of this year’s nominees. Fans can listen to country music’s biggest stars, such as Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, and Lainey Wilson, directly on the Amazon Music app HERE.

Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video. The 61st Academy of Country Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions (DCP). Raj Kapoor and Patrick Menton are executive producers, with Kapoor also serving as showrunner. Damon Whiteside serves as executive producer for the Academy of Country Music, and Jay Penske and Barry Adelman serve as executive producers for DCP. John Saade will also continue to serve as consulting producer for Amazon MGM Studios.

Additional performers and presenters will be announced in the coming weeks. The Media Credential Application to cover on-site in Las Vegas, Nevada, is now available HERE.

The Mountain Valley® Spring Water (Instagram: @mountainvalleywater) is the Official Water of the Academy of Country Music Awards.

Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List to be the first to know the latest news and for exclusive pre-sale opportunities.

About the Academy of Country Music:

Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown over the past 60 years into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2026 continues to be a landmark year for the Academy, building on last year’s success of the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by entertainment icon Reba McEntire, which returned to the Dallas Cowboys' world headquarters in Texas for a third consecutive year and streamed live to a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.

About Dick Clark Productions:

About Prime Video:

Prime Video is a first-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one app available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can customize their viewing experience and find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Red One, Road House, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Reacher, The Boys, Cross, and The Idea of You; licensed fan favorites; Prime member exclusive access to coverage of live sports including Thursday Night Football, WNBA, and NWSL, and acclaimed sports documentaries including Bye Bye Barry and Kelce; and programming from partners such as Apple TV+, Max, Crunchyroll and MGM+ via Prime Video add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 500 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels. Prime members in the U.S. can share a variety of benefits, including Prime Video, by using Amazon Household. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles via the Prime Video Store and can enjoy even more content for free with ads. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info, visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.

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60th ACM Awards Electronic Press Kit

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52nd American Music Awards Nominations Announced; Taylor Swift Leads with 8 Nominations

April 14, 2026

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52ND AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS NOMINATIONS REVEALED

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TAYLOR SWIFT LEADS WITH EIGHT NOMINATIONS,

MORGAN WALLEN, OLIVIA DEAN, SABRINA CARPENTER, AND SOMBR FOLLOW WITH SEVEN EACH

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Vote Now at VoteAMAs.com or via @AMAs on Instagram

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Los Angeles, CA - April 14, 2026 - Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP), the world’s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced the nominations for the 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs), which will kick off summer with host Queen Latifah live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the largest venue in the show’s history, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25. As one of music’s most anticipated nights of the year, the 52nd American Music Awards returns to CBS and Paramount+* to honor the most influential artists and songs of today alongside unforgettable performances and special moments in a multi-genre, cross-generational celebration of music.

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Fan voting is now open via VoteAMAs.com and the @AMAs Instagram profile in all award categories. Voting closes on Friday, May 8, 2026 at 11:59:59am PT, with the exception of Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year, which will remain open through the first 30 minutes of the AMAs broadcast.

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The 52nd American Music Awards nominees are based on key fan interactions, including streaming, album and song sales, radio airplay and tour grosses. These measurements are tracked by Billboard and Luminate, the entertainment industry's most trusted data partner, and cover the data tracking eligibility period of March 21, 2025 through March 26, 2026.

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Tickets for the star-studded must-see show are now available on AXS.

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52nd American Music Awards Nominee Highlights:

Taylor Swift, the winningest artist in AMAs history, could add to her record-shattering 40 wins, having been nominated in eight categories including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year (“The Life of a Showgirl”), Song of the Year (“The Fate of Ophelia”), Best Music Video (“The Fate of Ophelia”), Song of the Summer (“Elizabeth Taylor”), Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song (“The Fate of Ophelia”), and Best Pop Album (“The Life of a Showgirl”).
Breakout stars Olivia Dean and SOMBR impressed as first-time nominees, earning seven nods each, and going up against each other in the New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Breakthrough Album of the Year categories.
Other first time nominees include Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, PinkPantheress, RAYE, Role Model, SIENNA SPIRO, Tate McRae, and more.
Teyana Taylor’s knockout year continues, proving she can do it all. After receiving multiple wins, nominations and accolades for her acting chops, she is a first time American Music Award nominee this year for Best Female R&B Artist.
Also crossing over from the big screen, The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X from KPop Demon Hunters: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami, were nominated in three categories - Song of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, and Best Pop Song - for their omnipresent hit “Golden” from the film KPop Demon Hunters. This would mark their first American Music Award(s) if they take any of the three categories.

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The full list of nominees can be found below.

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About the American Music Awards:

Celebrating the year’s most iconic music, the American Music Awards is the world’s largest fan-voted award show, honoring today’s most influential artists and their passionate fanbases.
Created by legendary producer and visionary Dick Clark and first awarded in 1974, the American Music Awards is known for delivering half a century worth of iconic performances and enduring moments that have defined and shaped pop culture, as well as a history of introducing audiences to breakthrough artists.
The American Music Awards is produced by Dick Clark Productions.

For the latest news, exclusive content, and updates, follow the AMAs:

Website: TheAMAs.com

X: @AMAs

Instagram: @AMAs

TikTok: @AMAs

Facebook: @AMAs

Threads: @AMAs

YouTube: @TheAMAs

Hashtag: #AMAs

About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation

About Dick Clark Productions

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About MGM Grand Garden Arena

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THE 52ND AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS NOMINEES

Nominees in each category are listed in alphabetical order by first name.

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GENERAL CATEGORIES

Artist of the Year

Bad Bunny

Bruno Mars

BTS

Harry Styles

Justin Bieber

Kendrick Lamar

Lady Gaga

Morgan Wallen

Sabrina Carpenter

Taylor Swift

New Artist of the Year

Alex Warren

Ella Langley

KATSEYE

Leon Thomas

Olivia Dean

SOMBR

Album of the Year

Cardi B – “AM I THE DRAMA?”

Fuerza Regida – “111xpantia”

Justin Bieber – “SWAG”

Lady Gaga – “Mayhem”

Morgan Wallen – “I’m The Problem”

Olivia Dean – “The Art of Loving”

Playboi Carti – “MUSIC”

Sabrina Carpenter – “Man’s Best Friend”

Tate McRae – “So Close To What”

Taylor Swift – “The Life of a Showgirl”

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Song of the Year

Alex Warren – “Ordinary”

Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”

The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami – “Golden”

Kehlani – “Folded”

Leon Thomas – “MUTT”

Morgan Wallen – “I’m The Problem”

Olivia Dean – “Man I Need”

Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”

SOMBR – “back to friends”

Taylor Swift – “The Fate of Ophelia”

Collaboration of the Year

BigXthaPlug, Bailey Zimmerman – “All The Way”

David Guetta, Teddy Swims, Tones And I – “Gone Gone Gone”

Morgan Wallen, Tate McRae – “What I Want”

PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson – “Stateside”

Shaboozey, Jelly Roll – “Amen”

Social Song of the Year

Disco Lines, Tinashe – “No Broke Boys”

PinkPantheress – “Illegal”

Role Model – “Sally, When The Wine Runs Out”

Tyla – “CHANEL”

Zara Larsson – “Lush Life”

Best Music Video

KATSEYE – “Gnarly”

ROSALÍA, Björk, Yves Tumor – “Berghain”

Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”

Taylor Swift – “The Fate of Ophelia”

Tyla – “CHANEL”

Best Soundtrack

F1 The Album

Hazbin Hotel: Season Two

KPop Demon Hunters

Wicked: For Good

Charli xcx - Wuthering Heights

Tour of the Year

Beyoncé – “Cowboy Carter Tour”

Kendrick Lamar, SZA – “Grand National Tour”

Lady Gaga – “The Mayhem Ball”

Oasis – “Oasis Live ‘25 Tour”

Shakira – “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour”

Breakout Tour

Benson Boone - “American Heart World Tour”

Kali Uchis - “The Sincerely, Tour”

The Marías - “Submarine Tour”

Megan Moroney - “Am I Okay? Tour”

Sleep Token - “Even in Arcadia Tour”

Breakthrough Album of the Year

Olivia Dean – “The Art of Loving”

SOMBR – “I Barely Know Her”

Zara Larsson – “Midnight Sun”

Best Throwback Song

4 Non Blondes – “What’s Up”

Black Eyed Peas – “Rock That Body”

Goo Goo Dolls – “Iris”

Best Vocal Performance

Alex Warren - “Ordinary”

The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami – “Golden”

Lady Gaga – “Abracadabra”

RAYE – “WHERE IS MY HUSBAND!”

SIENNA SPIRO – “Die on this Hill”

Song of the Summer

Alex Warren – “FEVER DREAM”

Bella Kay – “iloveitiloveitiloveit”

BTS – “SWIM”

Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”

Harry Styles – “American Girls”

Noah Kahan – “The Great Divide”

PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson – “Stateside”

SOMBR – “Homewrecker”

Tame Impala, JENNIE – “Dracula”

Taylor Swift – “Elizabeth Taylor”

POP CATEGORIES

Best Male Pop Artist

Alex Warren

Benson Boone

Ed Sheeran

Harry Styles

Justin Bieber

Best Female Pop Artist

Lady Gaga

Olivia Dean

Sabrina Carpenter

Tate McRae

Taylor Swift

Breakthrough Pop Artist

KATSEYE

SIENNA SPIRO

Zara Larsson

Best Pop Song

Alex Warren – “Ordinary”

The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami – “Golden”

Olivia Dean – “Man I Need”

Sabrina Carpenter – “Manchild”

Taylor Swift – “The Fate of Ophelia”

Best Pop Album

Lady Gaga – “Mayhem”

Olivia Dean – “The Art of Loving”

Sabrina Carpenter – “Man’s Best Friend”

Tate McRae – “So Close To What”

Taylor Swift – “The Life of a Showgirl”

COUNTRY CATEGORIES

Best Male Country Artist

Jelly Roll

Luke Combs

Morgan Wallen

Riley Green

Shaboozey

Best Female Country Artist

Ella Langley

Kelsea Ballerini

Lainey Wilson

Megan Moroney

Miranda Lambert

Best Country Duo or Group

Brooks & Dunn

Old Dominion

Rascal Flatts

Treaty Oak Revival

Zac Brown Band

Breakthrough Country Artist

Sam Barber

Tucker Wetmore

Zach Top

Best Country Song

BigXthaPlug, Bailey Zimmerman – “All The Way”

Ella Langley – “Choosin’ Texas”

Morgan Wallen – “Just In Case”

Russell Dickerson – “Happen To Me”

Shaboozey – “Good News”

Best Country Album

BigXthaPlug – “I Hope You’re Happy”

Megan Moroney – “Cloud 9”

Morgan Wallen – “I’m The Problem”

Sam Barber – “Restless Mind”

Tucker Wetmore – “What Not To”

HIP-HOP CATEGORIES

Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

Don Toliver

Kendrick Lamar

Playboi Carti

Tyler, The Creator

YoungBoy Never Broke Again

Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Cardi B

Doechii

GloRilla

Sexyy Red

YKNIECE

Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

EsDeeKid

Monaleo

PLUTO

Best Hip-Hop Song

Cardi B – “ErrTime”

Drake – “NOKIA”

Gunna, Burna Boy – “wgft”

Playboi Carti, The Weeknd – “Rather Lie”

YKNIECE, Quavo, Metro Boomin, Breskii – “Take Me Thru Dere”

Best Hip-Hop Album

Cardi B – “AM I THE DRAMA?”

Don Toliver – “OCTANE”

Gunna – “The Last Wun”

Playboi Carti – “MUSIC”

YoungBoy Never Broke Again – “MASA”

R&B CATEGORIES

Best Male R&B Artist

Bruno Mars

Chris Brown

Daniel Caesar

PARTYNEXTDOOR

The Weeknd

Best Female R&B Artist

Kehlani

Summer Walker

SZA

Teyana Taylor

Tyla

Breakthrough R&B Artist

Leon Thomas

Mariah the Scientist

Ravyn Lenae

Best R&B Song

Bruno Mars – “I Just Might”

Chris Brown, Bryson Tiller – “It Depends”

Kehlani – “Folded”

Leon Thomas – “MUTT”

Mariah the Scientist – “BURNING BLUE”

Best R&B Album

Bruno Mars – “The Romantic”

Justin Bieber – “SWAG”

Leon Thomas – “MUTT”

Mariah the Scientist – “HEARTS SOLD SEPARATELY”

Summer Walker – “Finally Over It”

LATIN CATEGORIES

Best Male Latin Artist

Bad Bunny

Junior H

Peso Pluma

Rauw Alejandro

Tito Double P

Best Female Latin Artist

Gloria Estefan

KAROL G

Natti Natasha

ROSALÍA

Shakira

Best Latin Duo or Group

Clave Especial

Fuerza Regida

Grupo Firme

Grupo Frontera

Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda

Breakthrough Latin Artist

Beéle

Kapo

Netón Vega

Best Latin Song

Bad Bunny – “NUEVAYoL”

benny blanco, Selena Gomez, The Marías – “Ojos Tristes”

Fuerza Regida – “Marlboro Rojo”

Fuerza Regida, Grupo Frontera – “ME JALO”

KAROL G – “LATINA FOREVA”

Best Latin Album

Fuerza Regida – “111xpantia”

KAROL G – “Tropicoqueta”

Netón Vega – “Mi Vida Mi Muerte”

Peso Pluma, Tito Double P – “DINASTÍA”

ROSALÍA – “Lux”

ROCK CATEGORIES

Best Rock/Alternative Artist

Deftones

Linkin Park

The Marías

Sleep Token

Twenty One Pilots

Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist

Geese

Gigi Perez

SOMBR

Best Rock/Alternative Song

Noah Kahan – “The Great Divide”

Linkin Park – “Up From The Bottom”

SOMBR – “back to friends”

Sublime – “Ensenada”

Tame Impala – “Dracula”

Best Rock/Alternative Album

Sleep Token – “Even In Arcadia”

SOMBR – “I Barely Know Her”

Tame Impala – “Deadbeat”

Twenty One Pilots – “Breach”

Zach Bryan – “With Heaven On Top”

DANCE/ELECTRONIC CATEGORIES

Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Calvin Harris

David Guetta

Fred again..

ILLENIUM

John Summit

K-POP CATEGORIES

Best Male K-Pop Artist

ATEEZ

BTS

ENHYPEN

Stray Kids

TOMORROW X TOGETHER

Best Female K-Pop Artist

aespa

BLACKPINK

ILLIT

LE SSERAFIM

TWICE

AFROBEATS CATEGORIES

Best Afrobeats Artist

Burna Boy

MOLIY

Rema

Tyla

Wizkid

AMERICANA/FOLK CATEGORIES

Best Americana/Folk Artist

Lord Huron

The Lumineers

Mumford & Sons

Noah Kahan

Tyler Childers

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NOMINEES IN NUMERICAL ORDER

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Taylor Swift (8): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Music Video, Song of the Summer, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, Best Pop Album

Morgan Wallen (7): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, Best Male Country Artist, Best Country Song, Best Country Album

Olivia Dean (7): New Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Breakthrough Album of the Year, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, Best Pop Album

Sabrina Carpenter (7): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Music Video, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, Best Pop Album

SOMBR (7): New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Breakthrough Album of the Year, Song of the Summer, Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Song, Best Rock/Alternative Album

Alex Warren (6): Best New Artist, Song of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, Song of the Summer, Best Male Pop Artist, Best Pop Song

Lady Gaga (6): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Tour of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Album

Ella Langley (5): New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Song of the Summer, Best Female Country Artist, Best Country Song

Fuerza Regida (5): Album of the Year, Best Latin Duo or Group, Best Latin Song (x2), Best Latin Album

Leon Thomas (5): New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Breakthrough R&B Artist, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album

Zara Larsson (5): Collaboration of the Year, Social Song of the Year, Breakthrough Album of the Year, Song of the Summer, Breakthrough Pop Artist

Bruno Mars (4): Artist of the Year, Best Male R&B Artist, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album

Cardi B (4): Album of the Year, Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Hip-Hop Album

Justin Bieber (4): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Male Pop Artist, Best R&B Album

Playboi Carti (4): Album of the Year, Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Hip-Hop Album

Tate McRae (4): Album of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song

Tyla (4): Social Song of the Year, Best Music Video, Best Female R&B Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist

Bad Bunny (3): Artist of the Year, Best Male Latin Artist, Best Latin Song

BigXthaPlug (3): Collaboration of the Year, Best Country Song, Best Country Album

BTS (3): Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer, Best Male K-Pop Artist

Harry Styles (3): Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer, Best Male Pop Artist

KAROL G (3): Best Female Latin Artist, Best Latin Song, Best Latin Album

KATSEYE (3): New Artist of the Year, Best Music Video, Breakthrough Pop Artist

Kehlani (3): Song of the Year, Best Female R&B Artist, Best R&B Song

Kendrick Lamar (3): Artist of the Year, Tour of the Year, Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

Mariah the Scientist (3): Breakthrough R&B Artist, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album

The Marías (3): Breakout Tour, Best Latin Song, Best Rock/Alternative Artist

Megan Moroney (3): Breakout Tour, Best Female Country Artist, Best Country Album

Noah Kahan (3): Song of the Summer, Best Rock/Alternative Song, Best Americana/Folk Artist

PinkPantheress (3): Collaboration of the Year, Social Song of the Year, Song of the Summer

ROSALÍA (3): Best Music Video, Best Female Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

Shaboozey (3): Collaboration of the Year, Best Male Country Artist, Best Country Song

The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami (3): Song of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, Best Pop Song

Sleep Token (3): Breakout Tour, Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Album

Tame Impala (3): Song of the Summer, Best Rock/Alternative Song, Best Rock/Alternative Album

Bailey Zimmerman (2): Collaboration of the Year, Best Country Song

Benson Boone (2): Breakout Tour, Best Male Pop Artist

Burna Boy (2): Best Afrobeats Artist, Best Hip-Hip Song

Chris Brown (2): Best Male R&B Artist, Best R&B Song

David Guetta (2): Collaboration of the Year, Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Don Toliver (2): Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Album

Grupo Frontera (2): Best Latin Duo or Group, Best Latin Song

Gunna (2): Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Hip-Hop Album

Jelly Roll (2): Collaboration of the Year, Best Male Country Artist

Linkin Park (2): Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Song

Netón Vega (2): Breakthrough Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

Peso Pluma (2): Best Male Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

Sam Barber (2): Breakthrough Country Artist, Best Country Album

Shakira (2): Tour of the Year, Best Female Latin Artist

SIENNA SPIRO (2): Best Vocal Performance, Breakthrough Pop Artist

Summer Walker (2): Best Female R&B Artist, Best R&B Album

SZA (2): Tour of the Year, Best Female R&B Artist

Tito Double P (2): Best Male Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

Tucker Wetmore (2): Breakthrough Country Artist, Best Country Album

Twenty One Pilots (2): Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Album

The Weeknd (2): Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Male R&B Artist

YKNIECE (2): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Song

YoungBoy Never Broke Again (2): Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Album

4 Non Blondes (1): Best Throwback Song

aespa (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

ATEEZ (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

Beéle (1): Breakthrough Latin Artist

Bella Kay (1): Song of the Summer

benny blanco (1): Best Latin Song

Beyoncé (1): Tour of the Year

Björk (1): Best Music Video

BLACKPINK (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Black Eyed Peas (1): Best Throwback Song

Breskii (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Brooks & Dunn (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Bryson Tiller (1): Best R&B Song

Calvin Harris (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Charli xcx (1): Best Soundtrack

Clave Especial (1): Best Latin Duo or Group

Daniel Caesar (1): Best Male R&B Artist

Deftones (1): Best Rock/Alternative Artist

Disco Lines (1): Social Song of the Year

Doechii (1): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Drake (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Ed Sheeran (1): Best Male Pop Artist

ENHYPEN (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

EsDeeKid (1): Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

F1 The Album (1): Best Soundtrack

Fred again.. (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Geese (1): Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist

Gigi Perez (1): Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist

Gloria Estefan (1): Best Female Latin Artist

GloRilla (1): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Goo Goo Dolls (1): Best Throwback Song

Grupo Firme (1): Best Latin Duo or Group

Hazbin Hotel: Season Two (1): Best Soundtrack

ILLENIUM (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

ILLIT (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

JENNIE (1): Song of the Summer

John Summit (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda (1): Best Latin Duo or Group

Junior H (1): Best Male Latin Artist

Kali Uchis (1): Breakout Tour

Kapo (1): Breakthrough Latin Artist

Kelsea Ballerini (1): Best Female Country Artist

KPop Demon Hunters (1): Best Soundtrack

Lainey Wilson (1): Best Female Country Artist

LE SSERAFIM (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Lord Huron (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Luke Combs (1): Best Male Country Artist

The Lumineers (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Metro Boomin (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Miranda Lambert (1): Best Female Country Artist

MOLIY (1): Best Afrobeats Artist

Monaleo (1): Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

Mumford & Sons (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Natti Natasha (1): Best Female Latin Artist

Oasis (1): Tour of the Year

Old Dominion (1): Best Country Duo or Group

PARTYNEXTDOOR (1): Best Male R&B Artist

PLUTO (1): Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

Quavo (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Rascal Flatts (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Rauw Alejandro (1): Best Male Latin Artist

Ravyn Lenae (1): Breakthrough R&B Artist

RAYE (1): Best Vocal Performance

Rema (1): Best Afrobeats Artist

Riley Green (1): Best Male Country Artist

Role Model (1): Social Song of the Year

Russell Dickerson (1): Best Country Song

Selena Gomez (1): Best Latin Song

Sexyy Red (1): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Stray Kids (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

Sublime (1): Best Rock/Alternative Song

Teddy Swims (1): Collaboration of the Year

Teyana Taylor (1): Best Female R&B Artist

Tinashe (1): Social Song of the Year

TOMORROW X TOGETHER (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

Tones And I (1): Collaboration of the Year

Treaty Oak Revival (1): Best Country Duo or Group

TWICE (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Tyler Childers (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Tyler, The Creator (1): Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

Wicked: For Good (1): Best Soundtrack

Wizkid (1): Best Afrobeats Artist

Wuthering Heights (1): Best Soundtrack

Yves Tumor (1): Best Music Video

Zac Brown Band (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Zach Bryan (1): Best Rock/Alternative Album

Zach Top (1): Breakthrough Country Artist

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NOMINEES IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER

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4 Non Blondes (1): Best Throwback Song

aespa (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Alex Warren (6): Best New Artist, Song of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, Song of the Summer, Best Male Pop Artist, Best Pop Song

ATEEZ (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

Bad Bunny (3): Artist of the Year, Best Male Latin Artist, Best Latin Song

Bailey Zimmerman (2): Collaboration of the Year, Best Country Song

Beéle (1): Breakthrough Latin Artist

Bella Kay (1): Song of the Summer

benny blanco (1): Best Latin Song

Benson Boone (2): Breakout Tour, Best Male Pop Artist

Beyoncé (1): Tour of the Year

BigXthaPlug (3): Collaboration of the Year, Best Country Song, Best Country Album

Björk (1): Best Music Video

BLACKPINK (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Black Eyed Peas (1): Best Throwback Song

Breskii (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Brooks & Dunn (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Bruno Mars (4): Artist of the Year, Best Male R&B Artist, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album

Bryson Tiller (1): Best R&B Song

BTS (3): Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer, Best Male K-Pop Artist

Burna Boy (2): Best Afrobeats Artist, Best Hip-Hip Song

Calvin Harris (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Cardi B (4): Album of the Year, Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Hip-Hop Album

Charli xcx (1): Best Soundtrack

Chris Brown (2): Best Male R&B Artist, Best R&B Song

Clave Especial (1): Best Latin Duo or Group

Daniel Caesar (1): Best Male R&B Artist

David Guetta (2): Collaboration of the Year, Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Deftones (1): Best Rock/Alternative Artist

Disco Lines (1): Social Song of the Year

Doechii (1): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Don Toliver (2): Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Album

Drake (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Ed Sheeran (1): Best Male Pop Artist

Ella Langley (5): New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Song of the Summer, Best Female Country Artist, Best Country Song

ENHYPEN (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

EsDeeKid (1): Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

F1 The Album (1): Best Soundtrack

Fred again.. (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Fuerza Regida (5): Album of the Year, Best Latin Duo or Group, Best Latin Song (x2), Best Latin Album

Geese (1): Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist

Gigi Perez (1): Breakthrough Rock/Alternative Artist

Gloria Estefan (1): Best Female Latin Artist

GloRilla (1): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Goo Goo Dolls (1): Best Throwback Song

Grupo Firme (1): Best Latin Duo or Group

Grupo Frontera (2): Best Latin Duo or Group, Best Latin Song

Gunna (2): Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Hip-Hop Album

Harry Styles (3): Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer, Best Male Pop Artist

Hazbin Hotel: Season Two (1): Best Soundtrack

ILLENIUM (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

ILLIT (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Jelly Roll (2): Collaboration of the Year, Best Male Country Artist

JENNIE (1): Song of the Summer

John Summit (1): Best Dance/Electronic Artist

Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda (1): Best Latin Duo or Group

Junior H (1): Best Male Latin Artist

Justin Bieber (4): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Best Male Pop Artist, Best R&B Album

Kali Uchis (1): Breakout Tour

Kapo (1): Breakthrough Latin Artist

KAROL G (3): Best Female Latin Artist, Best Latin Song, Best Latin Album

KATSEYE (3): New Artist of the Year, Best Music Video, Breakthrough Pop Artist

Kehlani (3): Song of the Year, Best Female R&B Artist, Best R&B Song

Kelsea Ballerini (1): Best Female Country Artist

Kendrick Lamar (3): Artist of the Year, Tour of the Year, Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

KPop Demon Hunters (1): Best Soundtrack

Lady Gaga (6): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Tour of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Album

Lainey Wilson (1): Best Female Country Artist

LE SSERAFIM (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Leon Thomas (5): New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Breakthrough R&B Artist, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album

Linkin Park (2): Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Song

Lord Huron (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Luke Combs (1): Best Male Country Artist

The Lumineers (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Mariah the Scientist (3): Breakthrough R&B Artist, Best R&B Song, Best R&B Album

The Marías (3): Breakout Tour, Best Latin Song, Best Rock/Alternative Artist

Megan Moroney (3): Breakout Tour, Best Female Country Artist, Best Country Album

Metro Boomin (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Miranda Lambert (1): Best Female Country Artist

MOLIY (1): Best Afrobeats Artist

Monaleo (1): Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

Morgan Wallen (7): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, Best Male Country Artist, Best Country Song, Best Country Album

Mumford & Sons (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Natti Natasha (1): Best Female Latin Artist

Netón Vega (2): Breakthrough Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

Noah Kahan (3): Song of the Summer, Best Rock/Alternative Song, Best Americana/Folk Artist

Oasis (1): Tour of the Year

Old Dominion (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Olivia Dean (7): New Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Breakthrough Album of the Year, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, Best Pop Album

PARTYNEXTDOOR (1): Best Male R&B Artist

Peso Pluma (2): Best Male Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

PinkPantheress (3): Collaboration of the Year, Social Song of the Year, Song of the Summer

Playboi Carti (4): Album of the Year, Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Hip-Hop Album

PLUTO (1): Breakthrough Hip-Hop Artist

Quavo (1): Best Hip-Hop Song

Rascal Flatts (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Rauw Alejandro (1): Best Male Latin Artist

Ravyn Lenae (1): Breakthrough R&B Artist

RAYE (1): Best Vocal Performance

Rema (1): Best Afrobeats Artist

Riley Green (1): Best Male Country Artist

Role Model (1): Social Song of the Year

ROSALÍA (3): Best Music Video, Best Female Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

Russell Dickerson (1): Best Country Song

Sabrina Carpenter (7): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Music Video, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, Best Pop Album

Sam Barber (2): Breakthrough Country Artist, Best Country Album

Selena Gomez (1): Best Latin Song

Sexyy Red (1): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist

Shaboozey (3): Collaboration of the Year, Best Male Country Artist, Best Country Song

Shakira (2): Tour of the Year, Best Female Latin Artist

SIENNA SPIRO (2): Best Vocal Performance, Breakthrough Pop Artist

The Singing Voices of HUNTR/X: EJAE, Audrey Nuna, Rei Ami (3): Song of the Year, Best Vocal Performance, Best Pop Song

Sleep Token (3): Breakout Tour, Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Album

Stray Kids (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

Sublime (1): Best Rock/Alternative Song

Summer Walker (2): Best Female R&B Artist, Best R&B Album

SZA (2): Tour of the Year, Best Female R&B Artist

Tame Impala (3): Song of the Summer, Best Rock/Alternative Song, Best Rock/Alternative Album

Tate McRae (4): Album of the Year, Collaboration of the Year, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song

Taylor Swift (8): Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Music Video, Song of the Summer, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, Best Pop Album

Teddy Swims (1): Collaboration of the Year

Teyana Taylor (1): Best Female R&B Artist

Tinashe (1): Social Song of the Year

Tito Double P (2): Best Male Latin Artist, Best Latin Album

TOMORROW X TOGETHER (1): Best Male K-Pop Artist

Tones And I (1): Collaboration of the Year

Treaty Oak Revival (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Tucker Wetmore (2): Breakthrough Country Artist, Best Country Album

Twenty One Pilots (2): Best Rock/Alternative Artist, Best Rock/Alternative Album

TWICE (1): Best Female K-Pop Artist

Tyla (4): Social Song of the Year, Best Music Video, Best Female R&B Artist, Best Afrobeats Artist

Tyler Childers (1): Best Americana/Folk Artist

Tyler, The Creator (1): Best Male Hip-Hop Artist

The Weeknd (2): Best Hip-Hop Song, Best Male R&B Artist

Wicked: For Good (1): Best Soundtrack

Wizkid (1): Best Afrobeats Artist

Wuthering Heights (1): Best Soundtrack

YKNIECE (2): Best Female Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Song

YoungBoy Never Broke Again (2): Best Male Hip-Hop Artist, Best Hip-Hop Album

Yves Tumor (1): Best Music Video

Zac Brown Band (1): Best Country Duo or Group

Zach Bryan (1): Best Rock/Alternative Album

Zach Top (1): Breakthrough Country Artist

Zara Larsson (5): Collaboration of the Year, Social Song of the Year, Breakthrough Album of the Year, Song of the Summer, Breakthrough Pop Artist

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March 11, 2026

The Golden Globes® announced that acclaimed Golden Globe®, Grammy®, and Emmy®-nominated comedian, writer, and actress Nikki Glaser will return to host the 84th Annual Golden Globes, the first major award show of the season, airing live on Sunday, January 10, 2027 on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ in the U.S.*

Following her widely-praised turn as host in 2025 and 2026, Glaser, who made history as the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo, is set to bring her sharp wit, fearless humor, and unmistakable voice back to entertainment’s most celebrated night for a third year. Known for her bold comedic style, quick improvisation, and signature roasts, Glaser has consistently captivated audiences with her daring opening monologues. Her most recent monologue garnered nearly 14M+ views in the first 36 hours across Golden Globes social media platforms alone, setting the tone for an unforgettable and celebratory evening honoring the best in film, television, and podcasts.

“We are thrilled to welcome Nikki back to the Golden Globes stage in 2027,” said Helen Hoehne, President, Golden Globes. “Her comedic precision, authenticity, and ability to command the room is unmatched, and we can’t wait to see what she has up her sleeve for next year's show.”

Glaser added, “I’m thrilled to host the Golden Globes for a third time, not only because it’s the greatest gig I’ve ever had, but because my sister has three kids and now we will be equal in the eyes of my parents and the Lord.”

Glaser has become one of the most prominent voices in comedy. Following a career-defining 2024 when she was named “Comedian of the Year” by The New York Times, Glaser was included on the TIME100: The Most Influential People of 2025 list and continued her momentum with the record-breaking HBO special “Someday You’ll Die,” which earned Emmy, Grammy, Golden Globe and Critics Choice nominations and a WGA win. She recently made her hosting debut on “Saturday Night Live” and continues to tour internationally. With a slate of highly-anticipated projects on the horizon, Glaser will star alongside Kim Kardashian in Eva Longoria’s Netflix comedy The Fifth Wheel and will co-write, produce and star in an original comedy inspired by the classic game MASH for Paramount Pictures. Additionally, she will star in, co-write and produce a new romantic comedy for Universal Pictures with Judd Apatow producing. Glaser will next premiere her new Hulu stand-up special “Good Girl” on April 24, 2026.

The “83rd Annual Golden Globes,” “ET: Live on the Golden Globes Red Carpet,” and new primetime special “Golden Eve” reached a combined 21.77 Million viewers on CBS and Paramount+, according to Nielsen, and 27.07 Million international viewers across 169 territories.

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Ticket On Sale Announced for 61st Academy of Country Music Awards & Surrounding Events in Las Vegas

February 23, 2026

Press Releases

Ticket On Sale Announced for 61st Academy of Country Music Awards & Surrounding Events in Las Vegas

February 23, 2026

The Academy of Country Music (ACM), Dick Clark Productions (DCP), and MGM announced ticket on-sale information for the 61st Academy of Country Music Awards and ACM Awards week events. The 61st ACM Awards show will take place at the world-renowned MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada Sunday, May 17, 2026. The show will continue the groundbreaking legacy of the ACM Awards being the first-ever major award show to livestream exclusively and stream live on Prime Video. ACM Awards week events include “ACM Lifting Lives Country on the Green: Riley Green & Friends” at Topgolf Las Vegas Friday, May 15 and “ACM Next Wave: Country’s Beach Bash” at Mandalay Bay Beach Saturday, May 16. ACM Awards and ACM Awards week events pre-sale tickets will be available beginning 10:00 a.m. PT/12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET Wednesday, February 25. General on-sale will be available beginning 10:00 a.m. PT/12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET Friday, February 27 at AXS.com.

ACM A-LIST TICKET PRE-SALE: Tickets for the ACM Awards and ACM Awards Week events will be available for ACM A-List subscribers beginning 10:00 a.m. PT/12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET Wednesday, February 25. To gain access to presale tickets before they go on sale to the general public, sign up for the ACM A-List free email newsletter and you’ll be sent a pre-sale code that will grant you access to purchase tickets in advance of the public on-sale.

GENERAL PUBLIC TICKET ON-SALE: Tickets will go on sale to the general public at 10:00 a.m. PT/12:00 p.m. CT/1:00 p.m. ET on Friday, February 27 at AXS.com.

ACM AWARDS WEEK EVENTS

ACM LIFTING LIVES COUNTRY ON THE GREEN: RILEY GREEN & FRIENDS: Set against the iconic backdrop of Topgolf Las Vegas, “ACM Lifting Lives Country On The Green: Riley Green & Friends” will take place Friday May 15, 2026, for an unforgettable, up-close concert experience staged inside the venue's outfield. The event will be headlined by Riley Green with additional performers to be announced in the coming weeks. This intimate evening of live country music begins at 8:00 PM (timing subject to change). Tickets are available at $200 for VIP Early Access to General Admission doors and $150 for General Admission. Proceeds benefit ACM Lifting Lives, the philanthropic partner of the Academy of Country Music dedicated to improving lives through the power of music.
ACM NEXT WAVE: COUNTRY’S BEACH BASH: ACM Next Wave: Country's Beach Bash is a reimagined fan-favorite outdoor concert experience set against the iconic Mandalay Bay Beach and Wave Pool, featuring dynamic performances from Country Music’s rising stars. The event will take place Saturday May 16, 2026 at Mandalay Bay Beach. Tickets are available starting at $150 for VIP and $75 for General Admission.

A stellar lineup of Country Music’s best, to be announced across all events in the coming weeks. Media credential applications to cover the award show and surrounding events in Las Vegas will become available in late March, details to be posted at www.ACMcountry.com.

The ACM Awards’ historic 60th anniversary show in 2025 delivered an unforgettable night hosted by Reba McEntire and featured powerhouse performances and appearances from over 40 artists, including Alan Jackson, Backstreet Boys, Brooks & Dunn, Chris Stapleton, Ella Langley, Eric Church, Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, Lainey Wilson, LeAnn Rimes, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts, Wynonna Judd, and more. The broadcast reached audiences in over 240 countries and territories, solidifying the ACM Awards' place as a global music phenomenon.

Returning to the Sunday night timeslot, the 61st ACM Awards promises to build on the momentum of its milestone year, celebrating the artists, collaborations, and moments that continue to shape Country Music. Follow the Academy of Country Music on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, join the conversation with #ACMawards, and sign up for the FREE ACM A-List to be the first to know the latest news and for exclusive pre-sale opportunities.

Established in 1966, the Academy of Country Music Awards is the longest-running Country Music awards show and made history in 2022 as the first major awards ceremony to exclusively livestream, in collaboration with Prime Video. Since forming its partnership for the 57th ACM Awards, the show has been hosted by legends Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, and Reba McEntire, featured the biggest collaborations with superstar pairings such as Ed Sheeran and Luke Combs, Dua Lipa and Chris Stapleton, Rascal Flatts and Backstreet Boys, and became the first Country Music awards show to be nominated for an Emmy® Award.

ABOUT THE ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC
Founded in Southern California in 1964 as a regional trade organization, the ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC (ACM) has grown over the past 60 years into a leading association for the Country Music industry. Headquartered in Nashville, TN and boasting record-high membership of more than 5,000 worldwide, the Academy serves as a powerhouse advocate for Country fans, artists, and all facets of the business, as well as a supporter of philanthropic work through charitable partner ACM LIFTING LIVES, dedicated to improving lives through the power of music and providing aid in times of need, with a focus on health initiatives. 2025 continues to be a landmark year for the Academy, with the success of the 60th ACM Awards, hosted by entertainment icon Reba McEntire, which returned to the Dallas Cowboys' world headquarters in Texas for a third consecutive year and streamed live to a global audience on Prime Video. The Academy also remains relentlessly committed to creating a more inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in Country Music, from the boardroom to the stage, and proudly presents ACM Level Up, a two-year professional development and enrichment curriculum for rising leaders, among other initiatives. For more information, visit ACMcountry.com or ACMLiftingLives.org.

ABOUT ACM LIFTING LIVES

ACM Lifting Lives® is the philanthropic partner of the Academy of Country Music dedicated to improving lives through the power of music, harnessing the strength of the Country Music industry to provide aid to those in need. The nonprofit supports the overall well-being of individuals working in the industry, rising to meet the needs of the community, using music to improve lives and amplify the industry’s impact, and advancing stories that highlight the goodwill generated within Country Music. The philanthropic partner is proud to support individuals working in the Country Music industry and organizations that leverage music therapy as a means of healing. Through partnerships with artists and strong ties in the music industry, ACM Lifting Lives® funds music health programs while also serving members of the music community who face unexpected hardships through its Diane Holcomb Emergency Relief Fund. With generous donations and the support of artists and fans, ACM Lifting Lives has funded national music therapy programs serving various mental and physical health organizations. Recipients include patients at children’s hospitals and other healthcare facilities, recovering veterans, people with Williams Syndrome, and individuals with mental illness. The Academy of Country Music and ACM Lifting Lives® have a 50-year history of charitable giving and since 2006, ACM Lifting Lives® has given more than $12 million dollars to more than 150 worthy causes. For more information, please visit www.ACMLiftingLives.org.

ABOUT DICK CLARK PRODUCTIONS

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ABOUT MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA

ABOUT MANDALAY BAY

Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino is set on 120 lush acres featuring Mandalay Bay Beach, a tropical pool paradise with real sand. The Michelob ULTRA Arena, award-winning restaurants, exhilarating entertainment, unique shopping, Shark Reef Aquarium and the 2-million-square-foot convention center combine to make Mandalay Bay a captivating Las Vegas resort destination. The resort offers three distinct hotel experiences: Mandalay Bay with 3,211 luxurious rooms and suites reflecting a modern tropical ambiance; Four Seasons Hotel, offering 424 rooms and suites; and the luxury all-suite W Las Vegas. Mandalay Bay is operated by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM). For more information and reservations, visit mandalaybay.com, call toll free at (877) 632-7800, or find us on Instagram, Facebook and X.

ABOUT TOPGOLF

Topgolf is the ultimate instigator of play. Thanks to our 100+ venues around the globe, which are powered by industry-leading Toptracer technology, we're leading the charge of modern golf. We offer a variety of tech-driven games, a top-tier food and drink menu, space to host large events, and a vibe focused on more play for all. To learn more, plan an event or make plans to come play around, visit www.topgolf.com.

ABOUT RILEY GREEN

ACM and CMA Award winner, Riley Green has been compelling Country music fans to raise a drink, shed a tear, and, above all, celebrate where they are from, since first releasing his self-titled EP in 2018. His songs like the No. 1 2X-PLATINUM hit “There Was This Girl,” the 3X-PLATINUM-certified heart-tugger “I Wish Grandpas Never Died,” and his chart-topping collab with Thomas Rhett, “Half Of Me,” have made Riley synonymous with what Country Music does best: making listeners feel something with his no-gimmick, relatable writing and classic feel. An avid sports fan, former athlete (Jacksonville State University quarterback) and outdoorsman, Riley is riding a wave of success after receiving four Academy of Country Music awards, being previously named a MusicRow Breakout Artist of the Year, a CMT “Listen Up Artist,” and one of CRS’s 2020 New Faces. Combs joined Riley on his PLATINUM No. 1 single “Different ‘Round Here (Ft. Luke Combs),” the title track to Riley’s 2019 debut album that he re-recorded with Combs after seeing how fans connected to it. The singer-songwriter’s third studio album, Don't Mind If I Do, produced by Dann Huff, arrived on his birthday, October 18, via Nashville Harbor Records & Entertainment, with more of the signature Riley Green fans have come to know and love from the good ol’ boy who still lives in his hometown of Jacksonville, AL. Most recently, Green released the deluxe version, Don’t Mind If I Do (Deluxe), which includes six brand new tracks. Currently on an incredible hot streak, Green’s well-earned confidence in his work shines through across the 18-track set with five of the tracks being solely written including standouts “Jesus Saves,” the 3X-PLATINUM “Worst Way” and the title track—which finds Green reuniting with his “you look like you love me” duet partner. Please see dates and learn more at rileygreenmusic.com.

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PMC’s Iconic Brands Unveil Lineup for SXSW® Austin 2026

February 18, 2026

Press Releases

PMC’s Iconic Brands Unveil Lineup for SXSW® Austin 2026

February 18, 2026

Austin, Texas – February 18, 2026: Today, Penske Media Corporation’s (PMC) iconic brands announced a dynamic lineup of activations taking place at this year’s South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conference and Festival in Austin, TX, March 12-18, 2026. The brands hosting must-see experiences, panel discussions, fireside chats, concerts and more include The American Pavilion, Artforum, Billboard, Deadline, Rolling Stone, SHE Media and Variety.

March 12-18: Building on its storied 36-year history at the Cannes Film Festival, The American Pavilion's Worldwide Student Program returns to SXSW next month for the third year. As part of IndieWire’s “Future of Filmmaking” initiative, twenty students will participate in an unparalleled experiential learning experience and behind the scenes look at the world of film. For more information about the program, contact mbremer@ampav.com.

March 12-14: Rolling Stone returns to Austin with its highly anticipated Future of Music showcase, a three-night concert series celebrating the trailblazing artists shaping the music of tomorrow. U.K. pop singer Lola Young, who broke through with hits including “Messy,” will headline opening night on Thursday, March 12, bringing her raw, soulful songwriting and powerhouse vocals to the SXSW stage. The pioneering Mexican American group Fuerza Regida will headline Friday, March 13, showcasing their arena-sized energy and urban corrido sound. Texas native BigXthaPlug will close out the three-night run on Saturday, March 14, delivering his booming, gravel-throated flow and vivid storytelling heard on breakout tracks like “Texas.”

March 13-15: Billboard's THE STAGE at SXSW is returning to Austin, TX for three nights of exceptional live music performances at the iconic Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park from Friday, March 13, through Sunday, March 15. Billboard THE STAGE at SXSW will kick off on Friday, March 13, with a performance from genre-defying hip-hop/R&B artist Don Toliver. The series continues on Saturday, March 14, with Música Mexicana powerhouse Junior H bringing his signature sound to the stage. Internationally acclaimed Dutch-DJ and Global hit-making Producer Mau P will close out the series on Sunday, March 15, with an electrifying set.

March 13-16: Deadline’s signature Portrait & Video Studio will be at SXSW 2026. This private event activation will feature photography and interviews with filmmakers and storytellers from the festival’s featured lineup of programming. Additionally, on March 13, Deadline’s Editorial Director Anthony D’Alessandro will host a one-on-one conversation with actor Andrew Scott as he discusses the trajectory of his career as well as his partnership with Redbreast Whiskey and their “Unhidden Gems” campaign at the Omni Hotel in Austin.

March 14: Artforum presents a conversation with Chicago-based contemporary artist Jason Salavon, Hannah Klemm, Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Blanton Museum of Art in Austin, and Kathleen Forde, Curator of Digital & Media Art at the Thoma Foundation, for a discussion about the use of software to reconfigure media and data sets into artistic works. “Data Storytelling in Contemporary Art: A Fireside Chat” will be held at SXSW’s Innovation Clubhouse on Saturday, March 14 from 2:30-3:30pm.

March 14 & 15: The award-winning SHE Media Co-Lab returns to SXSW for its fourth year, spotlighting the ideas, leaders, and innovations shaping the future of women’s health. Confirmed speakers include Dr. Vonda Wright, Scott Galloway, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Constance Zimmer, Gabby Reece, and Robin Arzón, with additional speakers to be announced. RSVP HERE.

March 12-14: Variety will be on the ground at SXSW with several events for festival attendees, talent, filmmakers, creators and more. Variety will host the first-ever True Crime Summit, presented by Investigation Discovery (ID), spotlighting the crime genre phenomenon. The full day event will explore the cultural obsession with stories of mystery, justice and deception that continue to dominate film, television, and audio storytelling. Variety will also host a to be announced Podcasting-focused event with Google on March 14.

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About Penske Media Corporation

Penske Media Corporation (PMC) is a leading global media and information services company whose award-winning content attracts a passionate monthly audience of more than 350 million. Since 2004, PMC has been a pioneer in digital media and live events, reaching viewers on all screens across its ever-growing constellation of iconic brands, which includes Variety, Rolling Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, Billboard, Dick Clark Productions, WWD, SHE Media, Robb Report, Deadline, Sportico, ARTnews, Fairchild Media, Vibe, IndieWire, Artforum, Gold Derby and Luminate, the premier data and analytics company. PMC’s journalists and content creators deliver daily the most comprehensive news and information in their industries and areas of coverage, unequaled in ambition, depth, and courage. In addition, PMC owns several of the most iconic and vital cultural events such as The Golden Globes, Country Music Awards (ACMs), Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), New Year’s Rockin’ Eve, SXSW, American Music Awards (AMAs), and Latin Music Week. Penske Media is headquartered in New York and Los Angeles with additional offices in 14 countries worldwide, for more information, please visit www.PMC.com.

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Press Releases

SXSW Film & TV Festival Announces 50+ Additions To 2026 Slate

February 4, 2026

Press Releases

SXSW Film & TV Festival Announces 50+ Additions To 2026 Slate

February 4, 2026

Feature and EpisodicHighlights Include Vicky Jewson’s Pretty Lethal;
Damian McCarthy’s Hokum; Kevin Hamedani’s The Saviors; Ernesto Solis, RodrigoPesavento, and Fernando Meirelles’ Beast Race (Corrida dos Bichos);
Dave LaMattina’s Summer of ‘94; HBO’s The Comeback Season 3;
Emmett Malloy’s Jack Johnson: SURFILMUSIC;
Amy Scott’s Lainey Wilson: Keepin' Country Cool

Press Accreditation Deadline Friday, February 13at 11:59 pm CT

Film Stills can be found here

Austin, Texas, February 4, 2026 – South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conference and Festivals unveiled todayan additional wave of stellar programming for the upcoming 33rd edition of theFilm & TV Festival, spanning March 12–18, 2026.

The 54 additional projects bring the line upto 107 Features including 82 World Premieres, 1 International Premiere, 5 NorthAmerican Premieres, 6 U.S. Premieres, 12 Texas Premieres + 52 Short Films and20 Music Videos. The TV Program includes 12 TV projects, with 4 TV premieres, 2TV Spotlight and 6 Independent TV Pilots. There are 31 projects in the XRExperience Program, including 17 in XR Experience Competition, 13 in XRExperience Spotlight and 1 XR Experience Special Event.

"We’re thrilled to share more of our2026 lineup," said Claudette Godfrey, VP Film & TV. “We've assembledan extraordinary range of voices and visions: bold new filmmakers, high-profilestudio premieres, gripping series, powerful documentaries, and stunninginternational cinema. Every year, I'm blown away by the caliber of talent thatchooses SXSW to share their work and 2026 is no exception. These projects pushboundaries, take risks, and demand to be seen live and in person. The magic ofSXSW is our community and we’re counting down the days until we come togetherand celebrate with the most engaged, enthusiastic crowds around. See you inAustin!

SXSW brings together thousands of fans,creators, press, and industry leaders from around the world to celebrateinventive storytelling, cultural discovery, and boundary-pushing screenexperiences. The event showcases the year’s most innovative and entertainingfilms, television, and XR projects, alongside hundreds of Conference Sessions,Music and Comedy Showcases, Creative Industry Exhibitions, Mentoringopportunities, Meetups, and Special Events that define SXSW as a premiercross-industry gathering.

Screening Categories

Feature films in the SXSW 2026 lineup screenin the following categories: Headliner; Narrative Feature Competition presentedby Kickstarter; Documentary Feature Competition; Narrative Spotlight;Documentary Spotlight; Visions; Midnighter; Global presented by MUBI; 24 BeatsPer Second, and Festival Favorite.

The TV program consists of TV Premiere, TVSpotlight, and the Independent TV Pilot Competition. The SXSW 2026 Shorts FilmProgram presented by Vimeo will consist of six competitive sections: NarrativeShort Competition, Documentary Short Competition, Animated Short Competition,Midnight Short Competition, Texas Short Competition, and Music VideoCompetition. The XR Experience presented by Spectacles consists of the XRExperience Competition, XR Spotlight and XR Special Event programming roundsout the Film & TV Festival program. All Categories will be eligible forsection-specific Audience Awards.

FILMPROGRAM

HEADLINER

Big names, big talent featuring red carpetpremieres and gala film events with major and rising names in cinema.

PrettyLethal (United Kingdom)

Director: VickyJewson, Producers: Kelly McCormick, Mike Karz, William Bindley, Piers Tempest,Screenwriter: Kate Freund

An action-packedthriller where five ballerinas, stranded in a remote forest, take shelter at anunsettling roadside inn. They must weaponize years of brutal training, turninggrace, discipline, and even pointe shoes into tools for survival. Cast: IrisApatow, Lana Condor, Millicent Simmonds, Avantika, Maddie Ziegler, Uma Thurman(World Premiere)

NARRATIVE SPOTLIGHT

Unforgettable features receiving their World,North American, or U.S. premieres.

Anima

Director/Screenwriter:Brian Tetsuro Ivie, Producers: Harrison Allen, Brian Tetsuro Ivie, Chloe Rahal,Alexander Lycette, Jason Pamer, Brev Moss

A young woman andan old man embark on a road trip to preserve his consciousness at anexperimental facility. Cast: Sydney Chandler, Takehiro Hira, Marin Ireland,Lili Taylor, Maria Dizzia, Tom McCarthy, Emil Wakim, Maximilian Lee Piazza(World Premiere)

Basic

Director/Screenwriter:Chelsea Devantez, Producers: Marc Platt, Katie McNicol, Nadine De Barros

Gloria spiralsthrough her boyfriend's dating history, until she discovers the reason for allof their problems, his very basic, very hot ex, Kaylinn, who not only juststole Gloria's boyfriend, but is about to take her entire story from her, too. Cast:Ashley Park, Leighton Meester, Taylor John Smith, Nelson Franklin, Kandy Muse,Ashley Nicole Black, Kenzie Elizabeth, Amber Ruffin, Jon Gabrus, Georgia Mishak(World Premiere)

Beast Race (Corridados Bichos) (Brazil)

Directors: Ernesto Solis, Rodrigo Pesavento,Fernando Meirelles, Producers: Fernando Meirelles, Andrea Barata Ribeiro,Vinicio Espinosa, Screenwriters: Ernesto Solis, Rodrigo Lages, Eva Klaver,Marco Abujamra

In the ruins of a dystopian Rio de Janeiro—acity fractured by class conflict and addicted to blood sport—a resistanceleader is forced to enter a violent, high-stakes race to save his sister from afate worse than death. Cast: Matheus Abreu, Rodrigo Santoro, Isis Valverde,Bruno Gagliasso, Thainá Duarte, Seu Jorge, Silvero Pereira, João Guilherme,Grazi Massafera, Anitta (World Premiere)

Chili Finger

Directors: EddBenda, Stephen Helstad, Producers: Sam Sandweiss, Jo Henriquez, Screenwriter:Stephen Helstad

When a small townlawyer discovers a severed finger in her chili, she blackmails the restaurantfor a cash payout in an effort to regain control over her mundane life. Thesituation quickly spirals out of control, and her life descends into chaos. Cast:Judy Greer, Sean Astin, Bryan Cranston, John Goodman, Madeline Wise, PaulStanko, Sarah Herrman, Sara Sevigny, Dann Florek (World Premiere)

Crash Land (Canada)

Director/Screenwriter:Dempsey Bryk, Producers: Billy Bryk, Finn Wolfhard, Julian Geneen, Dempsey Bryk

Two amateurstuntmen try to make a “real movie” to prove their lives have meaning. Theycrash and burn. Cast: Gabriel LaBelle, Finn Wolfhard, Billy Bryk, NoahParker, Abby Quinn (World Premiere)

Dreamquil

Director: AlexPrager, Producers: Elizabeth Banks, Max Handelman, Alison Small, VincentLanday, Michael Mendelsohn, Screenwriters: Alex Prager, Vanessa Prager

Set in the nearfuture, a woman returning from a virtual retreat discovers her worst nightmarewhen the helper robot sent to assist her family in her absence starts toinfringe on her life and identity. Cast: Elizabeth Banks, John C.Reilly, Juliette Lewis, Sofia Boutella, Kathryn Newton, Lamorne Morris, TobyLarsen, Anna Marie Dobbins (World Premiere)

He Bled Neon

Director: DrewKirsch, Producers: Nate Bolotin, Lucan Toh, Screenwriters: Tim Cairo, JakeGibson

After discoveringhis brother's death by overdose may have actually been a murder, Ethan returnsto a world he left behind—the underbelly of Las Vegas—uncovering a web ofcorruption and his own appetite for violence. Cast: Joe Cole, Rita Ora,Marshawn "Beast Mode" Lynch, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Paul Wesley, JoshHolloway (World Premiere)

Kill Me

Director/Screenwriter:Peter Warren, Producers: Nate Bolotin, Keith Goldberg, Natalie Metzger, MaximeCottray, Mike Richardson, Charlie Day, Peter Warren

Jimmy didn't tryto kill himself. Or at least, he's pretty sure he didn't... With the help of areluctant 911 operator, he sets out on a darkly comedic amateur investigationto solve whether he is being stalked by a killer or chasing himself. Cast:Charlie Day, Allison Williams, Giancarlo Esposito, Aya Cash, Jessica Harper,David Krumholtz, Tony Cavalero (World Premiere)

Normal

Director: BenWheatley, Producers: Marc Provissiero, Derek Kolstad, Bob Odenkirk,Screenwriter: Derek Kolstad

Director BenWheatley and John Wick creator Derek Kolstad pit a provisional sheriffagainst his constituents when the exposure of a small town’s sordid secretsparks a rip-roaring firefight. Cast: Bob Odenkirk, Henry Winkler, LenaHeadey, Ryan Allen, Billy MacLellan, Brendan Fletcher, Reena Jolly, PeterShinkoda, Jess McLeod, Derek Barnes (U.S. Premiere)

PoeticLicense

Director: MaudeApatow, Producers: Judd Apatow, Josh Church, Benjamin Hung, Thalia Daniel,Maude Apatow, Olivia Rosenbloom, Will Greenfield, Screenwriter: Raffi Donatich

Maude Apatow’ssharp and heartfelt debut feature, Poetic License follows a middle agedmother Liz, as she becomes the unexpected point of tension between Sam and Ari,two inseparable best friends and college seniors. Cast: Leslie Mann, CooperHoffman, Andrew Barth Feldman (U.S. Premiere)

Same SameBut Different

Director: LaurenNoll, Producers: Dalia Rooni, Lauren Noll, Zein Khleif, Medalion Rahimi, EmilyReach White, Screenwriter: Dalia Rooni

An Iranianimmigrant agrees to marry her boss’s son to stay in the U.S., but their simplegreen card wedding on Cape Cod gets complicated when her two Iranian bestfriends arrive with their own American boyfriends and cross-cultural baggage intow. Cast: Medalion Rahimi, Logan Miller, Layla Mohammadi, DaliaRooni, Richie Moriarty, Michael Baszler, Danielle Pinnock, Lauren Noll,Nicholas Coombe, Kevin Nealon, Joey Lauren Adams (World Premiere)

The Saviors

Director: KevinHamedani, Producers: Matt Smith, Dan Gedman, Nicholas Weinstock, Naomi Scott,Adam Scott, Divya D'Souza, Bradley Gallo, Michael Helfant, Screenwriters: KevinHamedani, Travis Betz

An estrangedcouple rents out their Airbnb, but soon start to suspect their guests might beplotting something nefarious. As the couple investigates, they rekindle theirrelationship and discover something stranger than they could have imagined. Cast:Adam Scott, Danielle Deadwyler, Theo Rossi, Kate Berlant, Nazanin Boniadi,Daveed Diggs, Ron Perlman, Colleen Camp, Greg Kinnear (World Premiere)

Sparks

Director/Screenwriter:Fergus Campbell, Producer: Lola Lafia

Urban legend hasit that a Nevada reservoir is a time portal—the tease of which is enough tokeep life exciting for the Crop, an aimless but spirited group of teenage bestfriends, until Cleo moves to town hell-bent on reaching 1960s Paris. Cast:Elsie Fisher, Charlie B. Foster, Denny McAuliffe, Madison Hu, Simon DownesToney, Thomas Deen Baker, Julia D'Angelo (World Premiere)

Ugly Cry

Director/Screenwriter:Emily Robinson, Producers: Sophia Sabella, Pablo Feldman, Jolene Mendes,Rhianon Jones, Tristan Scott-Behrends, Emily Robinson

An actor losestheir dream role because of their "ugly cry" causing them to spiraldown the dark and dangerous path to perfection. Cast: Emily Robinson,Ryan Simpkins, Aaron Dominguez, Robin Tunney (World Premiere)

DOCUMENTARY SPOTLIGHT

Incredible features receiving their World,North American, or U.S. premieres.

CornbreadMafia

Directors: EvanMascagni, Drew Morris, Producers: Trevor Kane, Merry-Kay Poe, Evan Mascagni,Screenwriters: Sam Wagstaff, Evan Mascagni

Cornbread Mafia is the true story of the rise and fall of Kentucky farmers who builtthe largest domestic marijuana syndicate in U.S. history. Part true crime, partcartoon, a whole lot of weed. (World Premiere)

The Dads

Director: LuchinaFisher, Producers: Stephen Chukumba, Luchina Fisher

As anti-translegislation and hostility escalate in the United States, a group of dads,building a nascent movement to support their trans and gender expansive kids,are forced to make an impossible choice: stay and fight or flee the country. FeaturingStephen Chukumba, Wayne Maines, Ed Diaz, Christoph Heinzer, Jose Trujillo,Frank Gonzales, AC Goldberg (World Premiere)

First TheyCame for My College

Director: PatrickBresnan, Producers: Holly Herrick, Harry W. Hanbury, Patrick Bresnan, ZackaryDrucker, Screenwriters: Ivete Lucas, Leah Marino

When the Governorof Florida transforms a beloved public honors college in a political coup,students and professors confront a new reality: their campus is ground zero ina growing nation-wide assault on academic freedom. Featuring Gaby Batista,Joshua Janniere, Libby Harrity, Lindsey Jennings, Dylan Niner, Amy Reid(Texas Premiere)

I Got Bombedat Harvey's

Directors: AmyBandlien Storkel, Bryan Storkel, Producers: Bo Butterworth, Karen Bowlin

1,000 pounds ofdynamite. $3 million in cash. One casino at the edge of disaster. (WorldPremiere)

Manhood

Director: DanielLombroso, Producers: Kerry Mack, Rebecca Shaid

Manhood follows Dallas businessman Bill Moore as he sets out to make penisenlargement as commonplace as Botox. Along the way, an OnlyFans star and afather of five put their bodies—and their insecurities—on the line. FeaturingWilliam Moore, David Smith, Ruben Ramirez (World Premiere)

One Another

Director: AmberLove, Producer: Andrea Raby

As three of thefilmmaker’s loved ones confront the possible end of close friendships, OneAnother follows their life changes, heartaches, and attempts to reconnectas they find a way forward. (World Premiere)

Serling

Director: JonahTulis, Producers: Leonardo DiCaprio, Phillip Watson, Jennifer Davisson, Chad A.Verdi, Michelle Verdi, Paul Luba, Chad Verdi Jr, Blake J. Harris,Screenwriters: Jonah Tulis, Blake J. Harris

The definitive andauthorized documentary on Rod Serling, the creator of the iconic TwilightZone. Featuring Rod Serling (World Premiere)

Summer of’94

Directors: DaveLaMattina, Chad Walker, Producers: Christopher Leggett, Rafael Marmor, MarcGilbar, Dave LaMattina, Chad Walker

When the World Cuplanded in the U.S. in 1994, it arrived in a country with no league, no culture,and no clue. A ragtag group of players faced an impossible task: don’tembarrass their nation in front of the entire world. (World Premiere)

The Truth and Tragedy of MoriahWilson

Director: Marina Zenovich, Producer: Evan Hayes

An intimate, arresting portrait ofcyclist Moriah Wilson—raised by a fierce, loving family—whose singular drivebecomes her superpower, carrying her to athletic brilliance and, devastatingly,toward a life cut short by murder. (World Premiere)

YourAttention Please

Director: SaraRobin, Producers: Dan Kennedy, Sara Robin, Screenwriter: Jack LeMay

A quiet revolutionis underway: As AI reshapes every part of our lives, ordinary people arepushing back against addictive tech. Your Attention Please asks whetherwe are willing to reclaim autonomy and human connection before it’s too late. FeaturingKristin Bride, Trisha Prabhu, The Offline Club, Kevin McCaskill, TristanHarris, Cal Newport, Vivek Murthy, Sherry Turkle, Frances Haugen, LauraMarquez-Garrett (World Premiere)

MIDNIGHTER

Exciting after-dark features for genre loversand the terminally curious.

Hokum (Ireland, United States)

Director/Screenwriter: Damian McCarthy,Producers: Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Derek Dauchy, Ruth Treacy, JulianneForde, Mairtín de Barra

When novelist Ohm Bauman retreats to aremote inn to scatter his parents’ ashes, he is consumed by tales of a witchhaunting the honeymoon suite. Disturbing visions and a shocking disappearanceforces him to confront dark corners of his past. Cast: Adam Scott, PeterCoonan, David Wilmot, Florence Ordesh, Will O'Connell, Michael Patric, Siox C,Brendan Conroy, Austin Amelio, Ezra Carlisle (World Premiere)

FESTIVALFAVORITE

Acclaimed standouts from festivals around theworld.

AmericanDoctor (United States, Malaysia, Qatar, Denmark, Palestine)

Director: Poh SiTeng, Producers: Poh Si Teng, Kirstine Barfod, Reem Haddad

When threeAmerican doctors–Palestinian, Jewish and Zoroastrian–enter Gaza to save lives,they find themselves caught between medicine and politics, risking everythingto expose the truth. Featuring Thaer Ahmad, Mark Pearlmutter, Feroze Sidhwa (TexasPremiere)

Buddy

Director: CasperKelly, Producers: Tyler Davidson, Drew Sykes, Raphael Margules, J.D. Lifshitz,Tracy Rosenblum, Screenwriters: Casper Kelly, Jamie King

A brave girl andher friends must escape a kids television show. Cast: Cristin Milioti,Delaney Quinn, Topher Grace, Keegan-Michael Key, Michael Shannon, Patton Oswalt(Texas Premiere)

Leviticus(Australia)

Director/Screenwriter: Adrian Chiarella,Producers: Samantha Jennings, Kristina Ceyton, Hannah Ngo

Two teenage boys must escape a violent entitythat takes the form of the person they desire most — each other. Cast: JoeBird, Stacy Clausen, Mia Wasikowska, Jeremy Blewitt, Ewen Leslie, DavidaMcKenzie, Nicholas Hope, Zahra Newman (Texas Premiere)

The OldestPerson in the World

Director: SamGreen, Producers: Alison Byrne Fields, Josh Penn

A decade-longglobal journey chronicles the ever-changing record holders of the title ofoldest person alive. What begins as a portrait of longevity becomes ameditation on the passage of time, fate, and the profound human experience ofbeing alive. (Texas Premiere)

Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria BamfordStory

Directors: Judd Apatow, Neil Berkeley,Producers: Judd Apatow, Neil Berkeley, Amanda Rohlke, David Heiman

A raw exploration of comic Maria Bamford whomines her own pain for comedy, blurring the line between performance andpersonal crisis. (Texas Premiere)

Rock Springs

Director/Screenwriter:Vera Miao, Producers: Stephen Feder, Kiri Hart, Charles D. King, Poppy Hanks,Greta Talia Fuentes, Jason Michael Berman, Matthew Lindner, Jordan Moldo, VeraMiao

After the death ofher father, a grieving young girl moves to an isolated house in a new town withher mother and grandmother, only to discover there is something monstroushidden in the town’s history and the woods behind their new home. Cast:Kelly Marie Tran, Benedict Wong, Jimmy O. Yang, Aria Kim, Fiona Fu (TexasPremiere)

TheShitheads

Director/Screenwriter:Macon Blair, Producer: Alex Orr, Brandon James, Nathan Klingher, Ford Corbett,Mark Fasano, Joshua Harris, Macon Blair, Dave Franco

When twounqualified bozos are hired to transfer a rich teen to rehab, theirstraightforward gig quickly spirals into dangerous mayhem. Cast: DaveFranco, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Mason Thames, Peter Dinklage, Kiernan Shipka,Nicholas Braun, Killer Mike (Texas Premiere)

Time andWater (United States, Iceland)

Director: SaraDosa, Producers: Shane Boris, Elijah Stevens, Jameka Autry, Sara Dosa

Facing the deathof his country’s glaciers and the loss of his beloved grandparents, Icelandicwriter Andri Snær Magnason turns his archives into a time capsule to hold whatis slipping away — family, memory, time and water. (Texas Premiere)

VISIONS

Audacious, risk-taking artists who demonstrateinnovation and creativity.

Bagworm

Director: OliverBernsen, Producer: Zoe Rosenberg, Screenwriter: Henry Bernsen

After a sexuallyfrustrated hammer salesman steps on a rusty nail, he must determine whether theworld’s sudden and violent turn against him is real or the result of aninfection consuming his body and mind. Cast: Peter Falls, MichelleOrtiz, Robbie Arnett, Corbin Bernsen, Stephen Borrello, Jessy Morner-Ritt,Sydney Winbush, Francesca Galassi (North American Premiere)

Beyond TheDuplex Planet

Director/Producer/Screenwriter:Beth Harrington

In 1979, artistDavid Greenberger's talks with senior citizens become a word-of-mouth hit'zine, The Duplex Planet. Four decades on, now a senior himself, he hasmuch to tell us about the nature of art, conversation and growing old. FeaturingDavid Greenberger, Penn Jillette, Louie Perez, Ed Ruscha, Michael Stipe (WorldPremiere)

Dead Eyes (Australia)

Director/Producer/Screenwriter:Richard E. Williams

After the death ofhis sister, Sean ventures into a remote forest with his friends to find hismissing father, only to discover his grief has become the bridge between theliving and the dead. Cast: Ana Thu-Nguyen, Mischa Heywood, Rijen Laine,Charles Cottier, Alea O'Shea, Stephen Phillips, Freya Callaghan, Lewis Smith(World Premiere)

Perfect

Director:Millicent Hailes, Producers: Nathan Scherrer, Tara Sheree, Tyler Payne, LizCardenas, Douglas Riggs, Millicent Hailes, Screenwriters: Millicent Hailes,Kendra Miller

In a worlddevastated by a contaminated water supply, a wealthy pregnant woman living in abeautiful and shabby lakeside resort in the California mountains encounters ayounger woman who is starting her life over. Cast: Julia Fox, AshleyMoore, Lío Mehiel, Micaela Wittman, Ryder McLaughlin, Kate Moennig, CreedBratton (World Premiere)

The Peril atPincer Point (United Kingdom)

Directors/Producers/Screenwriters:Jake Kuhn, Noah Stratton-Twine

On a quest toprove his competency, an inept sound recordist finds himself entangled in anautical prophecy on the spectral island of Pincer Point. Cast: JackRedmayne, Alyth Ross, Os Leanse, Mike Mackenzie, Dashiell Upton, Jason Hogan,Mat Wright, Noah Stratton-Twine, Isobel Laidler, Oliver Woolf (WorldPremiere)

24 BEATS PER SECOND

Vibrant films showcasing the sounds, culture,and influence of music and musicians.

A Cowboy inLondon

Director/Producer:Jared L. Christopher

A Cowboy inLondon captures country renegade Charley Crockett'sfirst solo shows in years - three sold-out London nights where nerves, chaos,and triumph collide in an unguarded portrait of a star on the brink of globalfame. Featuring Charley Crockett, Taylor Day Grace-Crockett, Joe DavidWalters, Simon Slater (Texas Premiere)

Agridulce(Bittersweet) (United States, Dominican Republic)

Director: FrankPavich, Producers: Benjamin de Menil, Monica de Moya

An intimateportrait of four children coming of age and the role of music in their journey.The children tell their stories through Bachata, a once proscribed music thathas become the Dominican Republic’s primary cultural export. FeaturingEdickson Garcia Disla, Frandy Direze, Orianny Bonilla, Yerian Castillo, CarmenBonilla, Enrique Garcia Zapata, Jose Villa Castillo, Michiline Julien, NatividaDisla, Martires de Leon (World Premiere)

Jack Johnson:SURFILMUSIC

Director: EmmettMalloy, Producers: Daniel Pappas, Tim Wheeler, Wyatt Daily

This intimate documentary traces Johnson’sevolution from surfer to filmmaker to world-renowned musician. Rare archivesand present-day reflections reveal how lived experience, friendship, &exploration shaped the sound & stories behind the music. Featuring JackJohnson, Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Gerry Lopez, Chris Malloy, G. Love, BenHarper, John Florence, Tamayo Perry, Kim Johnson (World Premiere)

Lainey Wilson: Keepin' Country Cool

Director: Amy Scott, Producers: Angus Wall,Terry Leonard, Kent Kubena, Thomas Tull, Jillian Share, Jason Owen, Jen Gorton

Follow Wilson as she redefines the moderncountry star, proving that staying true to yourself can lead to major success.The film explores her personal journey, struggles, and triumphs as shecaptivates fans on stages across the country. (World Premiere)

Mile EndKicks (Canada)

Director/Screenwriter:Chandler Levack, Producers: Matthew Miller, Pat Kiely, Julie Groleau

A 24-year-oldmusic critic gets romantically involved with members of an indie band shedecides to publicize, set against Montreal's indie music scene in 2011. Cast:Barbie Ferreira, Devon Bostick, Stanley Simons, Juliette Gariépy, Jay Baruchel(U.S. Premiere)

Noah Kahan: Out of Body

Director: Nick Sweeney, Producers: SamanthaMustari, Dave Sirulnick, Stacey Reiss, Ryan Kroft, Vaughn Trudeau, Anna Keegan,David Blackman, Jeff Ludwig, Devon Libran

As Stick Season propels Noah Kahan intoglobal stardom, he faces the pressure of what comes next. Buoyed by his uncannywit, he returns to his Vermont roots and family and confronts the personalstruggles that have left him out of sync with himself. (World Premiere)

The Rise of the RedHot Chili Peppers
Director: Ben Feldman, Producer: Marc D'Agostino

An in-depth look at the formative years of the RedHot Chili Peppers and the profound influence of original guitarist, HillelSlovak. The film explores the band’s early evolution in LA and the deep bondsforged through their friendship. (WorldPremiere)

GLOBAL Presented by MUBI

Artful international films, featuringpremieres, festival favorites, and more.

Thank you to our sponsor, MUBI: the globalstreaming service, production company and film distributor dedicated toelevating great cinema, from iconic directors to emerging auteurs.

Apolo (Brazil)

Directors: IsisBroken, Tainá Müller, Producers: Bianca Villar, Eduardo Rezende, FernandoFraiha, Henrique Sauer, Karen Castanho, Tainá Müller, Thiago Mascarenhas,Screenwriters: Tainá Müller, Tatiana Lohmann, Ísis Broken, Lourenzo Duvale

As we followApolo’s pregnancy, we reflect on the drama(s) of a transgender couple: IsisBroken and Lourenzo Gabriel. The father is giving birth — and society is notprepared for it. Featuring Lourenzo Duvale, Isis Broken, Apolo Duvale(International Premiere)

Thanks forNothing (Germany)

Director/Screenwriter:Stella Marie Markert, Producers: Luc Vincent Hinrichsen, Marcos Kantis

Ok, what would youdo if your best friend tries to kill herself, another one is being deported,the third is in a manic episode, the fourth has stopped speaking, and yoursocial worker is unsuccessfully trying to cover it all up from child services? Cast:Lea Drinda, Sonja Weißer, Safinaz Sattar, Zoe Stein, Jan Bülow (NorthAmerican Premiere)

TVPROGRAM

TV PREMIERE

World premieres of prestige TV seriespremieres from acclaimed showrunners and directors.

The ComebackSeason 3

Showrunner/Director: Michael Patrick King,Producers: Michael Patrick King, Lisa Kudrow, John Melfi, Dan Bucatinsky,Screenwriters: Michael Patrick King, Lisa Kudrow

20 years after the first season debuted in2005, and 10 years after season two, the HBO original comedy series TheComeback, from Michael Patrick King and Lisa Kudrow, will return again fora third and final season. Cast: Lisa Kudrow, Dan Bucatinsky, LauraSilverman, Damian Young, Jack O’Brien, Ella Stiller (World Premiere)

The Dark Wizard

Directors/Screenwriters: Peter Mortimer, Nick Rosen,Producers: Halle Johns, Olivia Ahnemann, Zachary Barr

An unflinching portrait of Dean Potter, the influentialand controversial climber, base jumper and highline walker, who achievesjaw-dropping feats while battling his inner demons. Featuring Dean Potter,Jen Rapp, Elizabeth Potter, Brad Lynch, Jim Hurst, Timmy O'Neill, DeanFidelman, Dan Duane, Eric Perlman, Alex Honnold (WorldPremiere)

They Called UsOutlaws - The Cosmic Cowboys, Honky Tonk Heroes and Rise of Redneck Rock

Showrunners/Producers: Eric Geadelmann,Kelly Magelky, Director/Screenwriter: Eric Geadelmann

What happened in Austin and in Nashvillein the late 60s and early 70s was nothing less than a tectonic shift in countrymusic. From Tennessee to Texas, musicians were breaking rules and floutingtradition in what the industry called Outlaw Country. (World Premiere)

XREXPERIENCE presented by Spectacles

The immersive arts enhance and redefine how weexperience the world. These projects emphasize ingenuity and storytellingacross diverse industries.

XR Experience Spotlight

Masterful immersive art from around the world.

Dark Rooms (Denmark, Germany, Taiwan)

Directors: LauritsFlensted-Jensen, Mads Damsbo, Producers: Maximilian Mayrshofer, Chin HsuanSung, Gayatri Parameswaran, Felix Gaedtke, Screenwriters: Anne Sofie SteenSverdrup, Laurits Flensted-Jensen, Mads Damsbo, Anjay, Trixie D., yaalioness,F.L.

“Dark Rooms” is animmersive documentary VR experience that immerses audiences in personal reallife stories to explore sexuality, self-discovery, and connection in ajudgement-free space. (U.S. Premiere)

RealityLooks Back (Denmark)

Directors/Producers:Anne Jeppesen, Omid Zarei, Screenwriter: Anne Jeppesen

Tactile immersiveexperience examining the bizarre presence of quantum duality in the context ofmundane daily life (U.S. Premiere)

COMPETITION AWARDS

The Narrative Feature Competition, theDocumentary Feature Competition, and Special Awards will be announced onWednesday, March 18 along with all the Short Film Program winners, which areeligible for Jury Awards within their respective screening categories, and XRExperience Competition. 2026 Special Awards include the SXSW Best of TexasAward, Redbreast Unhidden Award, Vimeo Staff Pick Award, Agog Immersive ImpactAward, and the Janet Pierson Champion Award presented by Indiewire. Allfilm categories, except Special Events, will be eligible for category-specificAudience Awards, which will be certified by the accounting firm of Maxwell Locke & Ritter and announcedvia sxsw.com the following week.

SXSW is proud to be an official qualifyingfestival for the Academy Awards® Short Film competition. Winners of our BestAnimated, Best Narrative and Best Documentary Short Film categories becomeeligible for Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences awards (Oscars). AnyBritish Short Film or British Short Animation that screens at SXSW is eligiblefor BAFTA nomination. Films are also eligible for the Independent SpiritAwards, more information on eligibility here.

Press Links:

● Film Stills can be found HERE

● Publicists for projects in the 2026 program can be found HERE

● Press Accreditation Deadline February13 at 11:59 CT

● Film & TV Festival Helpful Links

About SXSWFilm & TV Festival

Now in its 33rd year, SXSW Film & TVFestival brings together creatives of all stripes to experience a diverselineup and access to the music and comedy festivals plus conference sessionswith visionaries from all corners of the entertainment, media, and technologyindustries.

About SXSW

SXSW dedicates itself to helping creativepeople achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is knownworldwide for conferences and festivals that celebrate the convergence oftechnology, film and television, music, education, comedy and culture. Theannual event serves global professionals through sessions, showcases,screenings, exhibitions, and networking that consistently generates unexpecteddiscoveries when diverse communities come together. SXSW 2026 runs March 12-18in downtown Austin, preceded by SXSW EDU March 9-12. Learnmore at sxsw.com.

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