# Kennedy Center 2026 Honorees

> Trump's Kennedy Center Honors list includes Paul Anka, Barbara Mandrell, and David Foster despite venue closure.
- Title: Kennedy Center 2026 Honorees · Stereogum | Shortify
- Summary: Trump's Kennedy Center Honors list includes Paul Anka, Barbara Mandrell, and David Foster despite venue closure. Trump's Kennedy Center Honors 2026 list…
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- Published: 2026-11-02T18:06:51+00:00
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## Kennedy Center 2026 Honorees
Trump's Kennedy Center Honors list includes Paul Anka, Barbara Mandrell, and David Foster despite venue closure.
## Venue Closure Under Trump
Trump ordered a two-year closure for renovations after renaming the venue after himself.
## Honorees Announced
Paul Anka, Barbara Mandrell, and David Foster are among the 2026 Kennedy Center Honorees.
## Ceremony Details
The ceremony will take place at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC on December 7.
## Key takeaway

Trump's Kennedy Center Honors 2026 list features Paul Anka, Barbara Mandrell, and David Foster amid venue closure.