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Taylor Swift dominates tonight’s iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026 with nine nominations. The Ludacris-hosted show airs live from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles from 8-10 p.m. ET on Fox. Major stars, exclusive performances, and surprise moments await tonight.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Air Time: Thursday, March 26, 2026, 8-10 p.m. ET live on Fox
- Host: Ludacris, who received the Landmark Award
- Venue: Dolby Theatre, Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Leading Nominee: Taylor Swift with 9 nominations, performing for the first time
How to Watch iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026 on Fox Tonight
The 13th annual iHeartRadio Music Awards air tonight on Fox from 8-10 p.m. ET. Cable viewers can tune in directly on Fox. The show broadcasts live from Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. All major cable packages include Fox in standard lineups.
For cord-cutters without cable, multiple streaming services carry Fox live. Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, Fubo, and Hulu with Live TV all offer Fox access. These services range from $45-75 monthly. Check your preferred platform’s Fox availability before 8 p.m. ET tonight.
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Free Streaming Options for iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026
iHeartRadio.com and the iHeartRadio mobile app offer free audio streaming of the awards show. Listen live to the ceremony without cable or paid streaming services. This covers the full 2-hour broadcast from 8-10 p.m. ET.
Fox.com and the official Fox app may require cable login authentication for streaming. Check requirements before airtime. YouTube sometimes hosts official live streams from major broadcasters, though availability varies by region.
Tonight’s Star-Studded Performances and Appearances
| Performer | Notable Achievement |
| Alex Warren | Pop Artist of the Year, 8 nominations |
| Lainey Wilson | Country Artist of the Year nominee |
| John Mellencamp | Icon Award recipient and performer |
| TLC, Salt-N-Pepa, En Vogue | First-ever joint performance together |
Taylor Swift makes special appearance with 9 nominations across multiple categories. Kehlani, RAYE, and Ludacris also perform. John Mellencamp receives the prestigious Icon Award. Miley Cyrus honoree with the Innovator Award.
“The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards celebrates the most-played artists and songs throughout 2025, while previewing 2026’s biggest hits.”
— iHeartRadio, Official Awards Statement
Major Categories and Leading Contenders Tonight
Taylor Swift leads with nominations for Artist of the Year, Pop Artist, and multiple song categories. Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, and Alex Warren each earned 8 nominations. Kendrick Lamar’s “luther” featuring SZA competes in hip-hop, R&B, and song of the year.
New categories debut tonight including Favorite TikTok Dance, Favorite Debut Album, and Favorite K-pop Collab. BLACKPINK’s “JUMP” and j-hope’s “MONA LISA” are strong contenders. ROSÉ competes in K-pop categories after her “APT.” collaboration with Bruno Mars.
Why Tonight’s iHeartRadio Music Awards Matter to Music Fans
The iHeartRadio Music Awards celebrate fan-voted winners based on real radio play and streaming data. This differs from traditional industry awards. iHeartRadio’s massive listener base ensures these awards reflect mainstream music preferences.
Industry legends like Madonna, Beyoncé, Rihanna, and Ed Sheeran performed in previous ceremonies. Tonight promises similar surprises. The live broadcast format creates unpredictable moments, emotional tributes, and unexpected collaborations you can’t miss.
Sources
- iHeartRadio Official – Complete nominees and performers list for 2026 awards ceremony
- Billboard – Winners list, nominee details, and award category information
- Variety – Streaming service options and how to watch the live broadcast
