2026 Dove Awards Night

The 57th annual Christian music awards featured performances by Hope Darst, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, and others.

Dolly Parton Tribute

Amy Grant and Natalie Grant performed a heartfelt tribute to Dolly Parton with songs 'How Great Thou Art' and 'I Will Always Love You'.

Amy Grant's Tribute

Amy Grant shared how Dolly Parton's faith shaped her life and music, calling her 'extraordinarily talented'.

“Faith was woven into who she was, how she lived, and the music she made. She was extraordinarily talented. What a singer! What a songwriter! A quick wit, funny. She took a lot of stand-up comedians to their knees”

Jamie MacDonald Wins

Jamie MacDonald won New Artist of the Year and thanked CeCe Winans for her impact on her healing journey.

“I was trying to heal after years of addiction and shame, and I got ahold of a CeCe Winans record. Or, should I say, a CeCe record got ahold of me”

Ellie Holcomb and Bodie Support

Ellie Holcomb and Bodie praised Jamie MacDonald's growth and humility as she rises in Christian music.

“I have known Jamie MacDonald for a lot of years. It’s been so sweet to watch her lean into the invitation that God has given her to share her gift with all of us”

CeCe Winans Wins

CeCe Winans won Gospel Worship Recorded Song of the Year for 'More Than This'.

Tasha Cobbs Leonard Wins

Tasha Cobbs Leonard won Contemporary Gospel Album of the Year for her album TASHA.

Hope Darst's Shoutout

Hope Darst named Natalie Grant as her inspiration for balancing motherhood and music.

“Who am I gonna give my flowers to tonight? I have to give them to Natalie [Grant]”

Lauren Daigle's Shoutouts

Lauren Daigle named Natalie Grant, Amy Grant, and Ellie Holcomb as women who inspire her.

“I’ll give three. One is Natalie Grant. Love her. Two is Amy Grant. Love her. And three is Ellie Holcomb. I was talking to all three of those women this week!”

Community Spirit

The Christian music community celebrates women who lift each other up through faith and music.

Dove Awards Impact

The awards highlight women whose music and faith continue to impact hearts globally.