Billboard brings the heat for their Women in Music ceremony

Patricia Scott
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Billboard has announced an all-star roster of presenters, additional honorees, and red-carpet hosts for the upcoming 2026 Billboard Women in Music ceremony, set to take place on Wednesday, April 29 at the iconic Hollywood Palladium.

The annual celebration, which recognizes influential women in music and entertainment, will be hosted by Keke Palmer, who is also scheduled to perform during the evening.

Presenter Lineup Includes Major Stars

Among the newly announced presenters are:

Bella Poarch
Brandi Carlile
Cara Delevingne
Ciara
Coco Jones
Dionne Warwick
Eva Longoria
Kim Petras
Lainey Wilson
Tyla
Victoria Monét

New Global Force Honorees Added

BINI has been named the recipient of the Billboard Philippines Global Force Award, while The Beaches will receive Billboard Canada’s Global Force Award, presented by FACTOR Canada.

Previously Announced Award Recipients

Other honorees for the night include:

KPop Demon Hunters — Women of the Year
Elizabeth Matthews — Executive of the Year
Ella Langley — Powerhouse Award
Kehlani — Impact Award
Laufey — Innovator Award
Mariah the Scientist — Rising Star Award
Tate McRae — Hitmaker Award
Teyana Taylor — Visionary Award
Thalía — Icon Award
Zara Larsson — Breakthrough Award

Red Carpet Coverage and Livestream Details

The red carpet livestream will be co-hosted by Drew Afualo and Lyndsey Havens in partnership with Yahoo. Fans can also submit questions through Billboard’s social channels, with select entries asked live during the preshow.

The event will stream live beginning at 6:30 p.m. PT / 9:30 p.m. ET on Billboard.com and the Billboard YouTube channel.

Charitable Partnership Highlighted

This year’s ceremony will also spotlight birthFUND, founded by Elaine Welteroth, to raise awareness and support for maternal health equity in the United States. Kelly Rowland is expected to join Welteroth on stage during the event.

With a blend of music stars, cultural icons, and rising talent, the 2026 edition of Billboard Women in Music is shaping up to be one of the ceremony’s biggest nights yet.