40th Annual Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony: Lineup, Performers, and Special Guests
The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Foundation has revealed the lineup of presenters and performers for the 40th annual Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony. The event will take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. Fans can purchase tickets on AXS.com and watch the live stream on Disney+ at 5:00 p.m. PST / 8:00 p.m. EST. A special featuring exclusive performances will air on ABC on January 1, 2026, and be available on Hulu the next day.
Newly announced special guests include Avril Lavigne, Bryan Adams, Chappell Roan, Donald Glover, EN VOGUE, Feist, Gina Schock, Hurby Luv Bug Azor, Janelle Monáe, Jerry Cantrell, Jim Carrey, Joe Perry, THE KILLERS, Lisa Coleman, Mick Fleetwood, Mike McCready, Nancy Wilson, Nathaniel Rateliff, and TEDESCHI TRUCKS BAND. Fleetwood will give the induction speech for BAD COMPANY, who received their first-ever nomination this year.
Presenters and performers also include Beck, Brandi Carlile, David Letterman, Doja Cat, Elton John, Flea, Iggy Pop, J.I.D, Killer Mike, Maxwell, Missy Elliott, Olivia Rodrigo, Questlove, RAYE, Sleepy Brown, Taylor Momsen, Teddy Swims, and TWENTY ONE PILOTS. The induction ceremony will honor this year's inductees, including BAD COMPANY, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, SOUNDGARDEN, and THE WHITE STRIPES in the "Performer" category.
Additionally, SALT-N-PEPA and Warren Zevon will be recognized for "Musical Influence", Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Carol Kaye for "Musical Excellence", and Lenny Waronker for the Ahmet Ertegun Award. The 2025 inductees were announced live on ABC during the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame episode of "American Idol". The celebration continues with a special "Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Night" episode on "Dancing With The Stars" on November 4.