The Recording Academy® and MusiCares® have announced five-time GRAMMY® winner Mariah Carey as the 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year. Honoring her musical legacy and her ongoing philanthropic work, Carey will be celebrated at the gala at the Los Angeles Convention Center on January 30, 2026, two nights before the GRAMMY Awards.
Carey is recognized for her profound impact on music and her dedicated efforts supporting disaster relief, youth empowerment, and social programs. The event includes a tribute concert featuring top artists and raises funds for MusiCares’ vital services, supporting health, addiction recovery, and emergency aid for music professionals.
Since 1991, the gala has celebrated influential icons across generations, with past honorees including the Grateful Dead, Jon Bon Jovi, and Joni Mitchell. The 2026 tribute honors her as a once-in-a-generation talent committed to making a difference.
Tables and tickets are available for purchase at http://personoftheyear.