“Receiving this honor is one of the most profound moments of my life and my career.” – Mariah Carey
Last night Mariah Carey accepted 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year honor as she reflects on the magic of hearing her songs performed by great artists, the excitement of being in the company of her heroes, and the importance of generosity & MusiCares’ mission. Congratulations, Mariah Carey!! No one deserves this honor more than you! I’ve added over 600 photos from the event to our photo gallery!
Mariah Carey & Billboard’s Executive Director, Jason Lipshutz, presents Jody Gerson with the Executive of the Decade Award from at Billboard’s Power 100 Party 2026. I’ve added photos of Mariah at the event. As always, previews below…
MusiCares has announced a lineup of artists set to perform the music of Mariah Carey at the org’s Person of the Year gala benefit this month, with a diverse cast that runs from fellow pop-R&B veterans John Legend and Jennifer Hudson to the possibly most surprising choice, Foo Fighters.
Other luminaries announced Tuesday to be on the all-star bill for the Jan. 30 benefit include Teddy Swims, Adam Lambert, Laufey, Maggie Rogers, Charlie Puth, Kesha, Taylor Momsen and Billy Porter.
Jermaine Dupri will also add to the night’s music with a special DJ set. Additional artists will be announced in the run-up to the event. Daniel Moore II will serve as musical director. Lewis & Clark, aka broadcast veterans Joe Lewis and R.A. Clark, will produce.
“I’m deeply honored to have these extraordinary artists come together for this evening,” Carey said in a statement. “Their generosity, their presence, and their commitment to this moment mean more to me than I can express. Being part of this celebration in benefit of MusiCares and the support they provide to those in the music community makes this night even more special. I’ve always believed that music heals, and it’s meant to be shared.”
The event takes place at the L.A. Convention Center two nights before the Grammy Awards, as almost always, and consists of a live auction and cocktail reception preceding a dinner, running up to an extravagant musical salute on two different stages within the grand ballroom.
“Mariah Carey’s music has touched the hearts of millions and inspired countless artists,” said Theresa Wolters, executive director of MusiCares, in a statement. “It will be thrilling to hear these performers bring their own voices to her landmark songs, offering fresh interpretations that celebrate her artistry in new ways — a reminder of the power of music to connect us all. Person of the Year is more than a tribute: it’s a moment for our community to come together and give back to the humans behind the music. The support raised through this gala allows us to stand with music professionals in ways that truly matter, caring for their mental and physical health, addressing unexpected challenges, and helping them build the foundation for sustainable, fulfilling careers.”
Source – Variety.com
Congratulations MC!!! No one deserves this more than you! Can’t wait to watch!
MTV has announced that Mariah Carey will receive the Video Vanguard Award at the 2025 Video Music Awards. Unlike many Video Vanguard winners—like Katy Perry, Shakira, Nicki Minaj, Missy Elliott, Jennifer Lopez, P!nk, and Rihanna—Carey has never actually won a VMA, despite numerous nominations. She’s nominated this year, too, in the Best R&B category, for “Type Dangerous.”
The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards take place on Sunday, September 7, at Long Island’s UBS Arena—a fitting venue for the coronation of Huntington, New York, native Mariah Carey. The show is being hosted by another native Long Islander, Bay Shore’s LL Cool J—a fitting host because Carey presented the Video Vanguard Award to him in 1997.
Carey will release the new album Here for It All on September 26. The long-awaited follow-up to 2018’s Caution will include the singles “Type Dangerous” and “Sugar Sweet.”
Source – Pitchfork.com
Mariah Carey received the Ultimate Icon Award at the 2025 BET Awards, marking her first-ever BET Award.
During Monday’s (June 9) awards show, Carey was handed her prize after an emotional and lengthy speech from Busta Rhymes, who called the singer “timeless” while listing all of her accolades. She also acknowledged it was her first BET Award ever.
“My life and career have been quite the adventure,” Carey said during her acceptance speech. “It took me a while, but I realized life is far too short to live for anyone else’s approval.”She then went on to encourage everyone to be a “diva” while embracing who they are.
Mariah Carey, Jamie Foxx, Kirk Franklin and Snoop Dogg were all honored with the BET Ultimate Icon Awards during Monday’s celebration. The award “celebrates their decades of groundbreaking contributions to music, entertainment, advocacy, and community impact.”
Earlier in the night, Stevie Wonder surprised everyone at the 2025 BET Awards when he stepped out to honor his longtime friend Jamie Foxx.
During his own acceptance speech, Foxx thanked all his friends and loved ones for showing up for him while he went through medical complications caused by a stroke in 2023. He added that when he saw the “In Memoriam” segment, it made him reflect on his own health.
“You can’t go through something like that and not testify,” Foxx said. “A career that I could only thank God for.”
Earlier in the night, Carey brought out Rakim to perform her new song “Type Dangerous” alongside Anderson .Paak. Rakim popped up as a surprise appearance to deliver a special rendition of his verse from Eric B. & Rakim‘s 1986 debut single “Eric B. Is President,” which “Type Dangerous” samples.
Source – Billboard
