Mariah Carey has been named the 2026 MusiCares Person of the Year, recognizing her outstanding musical achievements and philanthropic work supporting communities in need.

The annual MusiCares event, which features a cocktail reception, dinner, and tribute concert, will take place with tickets ranging from $3,000 to $80,000, produced by Lewis & Clark and sponsored by AEG and the Wasserman Foundation.

Previous honorees at the event include legendary figures such as Jon Bon Jovi, Berry Gordy, Joni Mitchell, and the Grateful Dead, highlighting its significance in the music industry.

Actor Adam Driver revealed he developed a 'Star Wars' project titled 'The Hunt for Ben Solo' with director Steven Soderbergh, which was ultimately canceled by Disney, despite Driver considering the script one of his best.

The film 'Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere,' directed by Scott Cooper and starring Jeremy Allen White, is the first authorized biopic of Bruce Springsteen's life, focusing on his 1982 album 'Nebraska' and exploring his internal struggles and relationships.

The movie emphasizes themes of poverty and artistic integrity, serving more as a character study than a traditional biopic, and is based on a book by Warren Zanes.

A posthumous memoir by Virginia Giuffre, titled 'Nobody’s Girl,' has reignited scandals surrounding the British royal family, with allegations of sexual abuse and trafficking involving Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein, leading Andrew to announce he will cease using his royal titles.

Kenny Loggins has demanded the removal of a social media video on Truth Social that used his song 'Danger Zone' in an AI-generated clip of Donald Trump, citing unauthorized use and lack of permission.

M. Night Shyamalan is collaborating with Nicholas Sparks on a supernatural romance novel and a related film called 'Remain,' marking a shift from his usual dark genre, with the film starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Phoebe Dynevor already completed.

20-year-old alt-pop star Shane Boose, known as Sombr, gained attention in 2025 with his debut album 'I Barely Know Her' and performed at a record release party at Chateau Marmont in West Hollywood.

Despite not being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Mariah Carey continues her musical career with recent releases, performances, and a series about her life, emphasizing her influence and authenticity.

Carey’s influence extends beyond music, with her memoir debuting at No. 1 on The New York Times Best Seller list and her induction into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2022.

Mariah Carey expressed gratitude on Instagram for being honored at the event, which aims to support the music community and her philanthropic efforts.