Kennedy Center Honors

Kennedy Center Honors (1978- )

RunningVariety show

Since opening in 1971, the Kennedy Center has continued its efforts to fulfill his vision-presenting the greatest performers and performances from across America and around the world, nurturing new works and young artists, and serving the nation as a leader in arts education.

Network
Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (120 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2025-12-23The 48th Annual Kennedy Center Honorsdéc. 23, 2025
2024-12-22The 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honorsdéc. 22, 2024
2023-12-27The 46th Annual Kennedy Center Honorsdéc. 27, 2023
2022-12-28The 45th Annual Kennedy Center Honorsdéc. 28, 2022
2021-12-22The 44th Annual Kennedy Center Honorsdéc. 22, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Kennedy Center Honors' premiere?

'Kennedy Center Honors' premiered on December 28, 1978.

Who was the first person to receive the Kennedy Center Honors award?

Marian Anderson was the first person to receive the Kennedy Center Honors award in 1978.

Were there any posthumous awards given in 1978?

No, there were no posthumous awards given in 1978.

Who was the oldest honoree in 1978?

George Abbott was the oldest honoree in 1978.

Who produced the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors broadcast?

Nick Vanoff produced the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors broadcast.

Were there any political figures honored in the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors?

No, there were no political figures honored in the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors.

Who performed during the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors?

The performers during the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors included Diahann Carroll, Beverly Sills, Johnny Cash, and Rudolf Nureyev.

Who presented the awards during the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors?

The awards during the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors were presented by President Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn Carter.

Was the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors aired on television?

Yes, the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors was aired on television.

How many honorees were there in the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors?

There were five honorees in the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors.

Was the audience composed of only VIPs and celebrities?

No, the audience of the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors included members of the public who purchased tickets to the event.

How long did the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony last?

The duration of the 1978 Kennedy Center Honors ceremony is not mentioned on epguides.tv.

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