Awards & Winners

Kennedy Center Honors

Kennedy Center Honors

The Kennedy Center Honors is an annual honor given to those in the performing arts for their lifetime of contributions to American culture. The Honors have been presented annually since 1978 in Washington, D.C., during gala weekend-long events that culminate in a performance honoring the Honorees at the Kennedy Center Opera House. The Honors were created by George Stevens, Jr., and the late Nick Vanoff. Stevens remains involved as producer and co-writer for the Honors Gala. In 1981–2002 and 2004, the ceremony was hosted by Walter Cronkite. In 2003 and 2005–2012, it was hosted by Caroline Kennedy. It is also one of two holiday specials from Stevens's production company.
The Kennedy Center Honor is given to individuals for their lifetime contributions to the performing arts in the United States. It is considered equivalent to the recognition bestowed on recipients of knighthood in Britain and the Legion of Honor in France.
Date Established : 1978

Check all the winners of Kennedy Center Honors presented under Kennedy Center Honors since 1978 .