Taylor Swift Set to Appear at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards; John Mellencamp & Kehlani Added as Performers

Swift is the most-awarded artist at the iHearts, having received 34 of their gongs.

19 Mar, 13:00 — 19 Mar, 13:01

Why this matters

Taylor Swift's presence at any awards show garners significant attention due to her massive fanbase and cultural impact. Her appearance at the iHeartRadio Music Awards, where she is the most-awarded artist, further solidifies the event's prestige and viewership.

Key entitiesTaylor Swift iHeartRadio Music Awards John Mellencamp Kehlani iHeartMedia Fox

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varietyMostly Factual7d ago

Taylor Swift Set to Appear on iHeartRadio Music Awards Show

Taylor Swift will make an in-person appearance on the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards program, iHeartMedia and host network Fox announced Wednesday. Although she will not be taking part in a performing capacity, any live participation by the world’s biggest music star is a noteworthy catch for the broadcast, given that Swift has been laying low […]

By Chris Willman

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