The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards nominations were announced Thursday, with Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, and Bad Bunny emerging as the top contenders for this year’s ceremony.
According to Rolling Stone, the three artists lead a competitive field that also includes Benson Boone, Doechii, Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Leon Thomas, and Shaboozey among the year’s most-nominated performers.
Swift dominates the nominations with nine nods, including recognition for song of the year with “The Fate of Ophelia,” artist of the year, and pop artist of the year, as reported by Variety. The nominations come as the pop superstar continues her record-breaking era following the success of her recent album releases and tour.
The awards ceremony will take place March 26 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, bringing music’s biggest names to Hollywood for the annual celebration of the year’s most popular songs and artists. The iHeartRadio Music Awards honor music that has resonated with audiences across the platform’s extensive radio network and streaming services throughout the past year.
Los Angeles-based music fans will have the opportunity to experience the star-studded event at one of the city’s most prestigious venues, known for hosting the Academy Awards. The Dolby Theatre has become a regular home for major music awards shows, offering attendees an intimate yet grand setting for live performances and award presentations.
Additional details about performers, presenters, and broadcast information are expected to be announced in the coming weeks as the March ceremony approaches.
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