12/03/2025
The recipients for the 48th Annual Kennedy Center Honors in 2025 are actor Sylvester Stallone, singer Gloria Gaynor, country star George Strait, British actor Michael Crawford, and the rock band KISS.
The honors gala is scheduled to take place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Washington, D.C..
Key Details
Honorees:
Michael Crawford: A Tony Award-winning stage and screen actor, known for originating the role of the Phantom in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway.
Gloria Gaynor: A Grammy-winning disco artist famous for her hit song "I Will Survive".
KISS: The iconic hard rock band.
Sylvester Stallone: A prominent film star, recognized for leading roles in the Rocky and Rambo series.
George Strait: A highly regarded figure in country music, often referred to as the "King of Country".
Ceremony Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Broadcast Date: The event will be presented as a special broadcast on CBS and available to stream on Paramount+ on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET/PT.
Host: President Donald Trump announced the honorees in August 2025 and is expected to host the ceremony.
Medallion Ceremony: The honorees received their medallions on December 6, 2025, at the U.S. State Department. The Kennedy Center
