Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 2025: A Star-Studded Celebration in Los Angeles
Get ready to rock, Los Angeles! The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is making its way back to L.A. this year, promising an electrifying event with music legends like Elton John and Mick Fleetwood gracing the stage. Here's your guide to all the excitement, including how to tune in and who's on the star-studded guest list.
The 40th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is set to take place at 5 p.m. on Saturday at the Peacock Theater. Tickets can be purchased on AXS.com for those eager to attend the event in person. If you can't make it in person, fret not, as the ceremony will be live-streamed on Disney+ and available for viewing post-event. Additionally, ABC will air a highlight reel on New Year's night, with the prime-time special accessible for streaming on Hulu the following day.
This year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class of 2025 boasts an impressive lineup of inductees, including Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden, and the White Stripes in the performer category. Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon are recognized in the musical influence category, while Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Carol Kaye are honored in the musical excellence category. Notably, Bad Company's Paul Rodgers will be absent from the ceremony due to health reasons.
In addition to the performers, record executive Lenny Waronker will be presented with the Ahmet Ertegun Award, celebrating individuals who have made significant contributions to the rock 'n' roll genre behind the scenes. Past recipients of this prestigious award include industry trailblazers like Suzanne de Passe and Jon Landau.
The star-studded lineup of performers and presenters for this year's ceremony includes John, Doja Cat, Olivia Rodrigo, Chappell Roan, and "The Killers," among others. The Associated Press revealed that Roan will induct Lauper, Glover will induct Outkast, and John will pay tribute to the late Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys. With surprises and special performances in store, the night promises to be a memorable celebration of rock 'n' roll excellence.
As fans eagerly anticipate the festivities, recent events like "Dancing With the Stars" have already set the stage for the rock 'n' roll extravaganza, featuring themed performances in honor of iconic inductees. With all the star power and excitement building up, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in L.A. is sure to be a night to remember.