The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is set to make history tonight with one of the most diverse and star-packed lineups in its 40-year legacy. The event will take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles tonight, and will stream live on Disney+ beginning at 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT.
This year’s Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees include Bad Company, Chubby Checker, Joe Cocker, Cyndi Lauper, Outkast, Soundgarden, and The White Stripes — a lineup that spans generations and genres. The ceremony will also honor Salt-N-Pepa and Warren Zevon for Musical Influence, Thom Bell, Nicky Hopkins, and Carol Kaye for Musical Excellence, and Lenny Waronker with the distinguished Ahmet Ertegun Award.
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The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ceremony promises unforgettable performances from both legends and contemporary stars. The list of performers and presenters includes Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Missy Elliott, Elton John, Brandi Carlile, Beck, Iggy Pop, Questlove, Twenty One Pilots, RAYE, Killer Mike, Maxwell, Taylor Momsen, Teddy Swims, and Flea. Fans can also expect appearances from David Letterman, J.I.D, and Sleepy Brown, among other surprise guests.
For fans unable to catch the live stream, ABC will air a primetime special featuring highlights from the ceremony on January 1, 2026, with next-day availability on Hulu. The recap will include key moments, backstage footage, and standout musical performances.
Meanwhile, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum in Cleveland is marking the occasion with a new 2025 Inductee Exhibit, open since October 31. The collection features rare memorabilia such as the handwritten lyrics to “Time After Time” by Cyndi Lauper, the Icky Thump outfits worn by The White Stripes, a 1979 Gibson Les Paul played by Soundgarden’s Chris Cornell, and the iconic costumes from Outkast’s “Hey Ya!” music video.
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