Mariah Carey Glows at MusiCares 2026 With Kesha, Jennifer Hudson, & More in Attendance

Mariah Carey is MusiCares’ 2026 Person of the Year!

The legendary songstress was the center of attention at the annual gala held ahead of the 2026 Grammy Awards on Friday night (January 30) at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

The goal of the event is to honor Mariah for her “extraordinary creative achievements and dedication to philanthropic causes, while raising vital funds to support the health and well-being of the music community,” per the official website.

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Performers for the 2026 gala were previously announced: Kesha, Jennifer Hudson, Adam Lambert, Billy Porter, John Legend, Laufey, Charlie Puth, Maggie Rogers, Foo Fighters, Teddy Swims, Taylor Momsen, and a DJ set by Jermaine Dupri.

Additional attendees included Dove Cameron, Sinners star Miles Caton, Becky G, Gayle King, Linda Perry, Audrey Nuna, FLO, Stephen Sanchez, and many, many more!

Keep scrolling to see all of the stars who came out to support Mariah and the MusiCares cause at the 2026 Person of the Year gala…

Mariah wore Leviev and Etho Maria jewelry.

Adam was wearing a Bottega Veneta tie, Ernest W. Baker pants, Tom Ford shirt and blazer, Balenciaga shoes, and a Rick Owens belt.

Dove was wearing a Zuhair Murad dress.