Playwright David Mamet, songwriter Paul Anka, composer David Foster, actor Andy Garcia and country music singer Barbara Mandrell are poised to receive the Kennedy Center Honors this year, at a ceremony that will be held off-site amid a legal battle over renovations and adding President Trump’s name to the performing arts institution.  The Kennedy Center…
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Kennedy Center to recognize Paul Anka, Andy Garcia, Barbara Mandrell at off-site Honors ceremony
The Hill
November 2, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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Playwright David Mamet, songwriter Paul Anka, composer David Foster, actor Andy Garcia and country music singer Barbara Mandrell are poised to receive the Kennedy Center Honors this year, at a ceremony that will be held off-site amid a legal battle over renovations and adding President Trump’s name to the performing arts institution. The Kennedy Center…