Highlights from the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards: Taylor Swift Dominates
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, hosted by Ludacris, celebrated outstanding musical achievements with Taylor Swift leading the night by winning seven awards, including Artist of the Year for the third consecutive year. The event featured performances from various artists and recognized talents across multiple genres, including K-pop stars Rosé and J-hope. This year's awards showcased a diverse range of winners, from Alex Warren to Kendrick Lamar, making it a memorable night in music history. Explore the complete list of winners and highlights from this star-studded event.
| Mar 27, 2026, 10:30 IST
2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards Overview
The 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, featuring Ludacris as the host, were held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood on March 26. Taylor Swift, who received nine nominations, triumphed with seven awards, including her third consecutive win for Artist of the Year. This achievement brought her total to 41 wins, setting a new record. Other notable honorees included John Mellencamp, Miley Cyrus, Ludacris, and Alex Warren, who received special awards. The ceremony showcased performances from various artists, with K-pop sensations Rosé and J-hope also taking home significant accolades. Below is the complete list of winners!
General Categories
Song of the Year
WINNER: Ordinary – Alex WarrenOther nominees included Anxiety by Doechii, Good News by Shaboozey, and The Fate of Ophelia by Taylor Swift.
Artist of the Year
WINNER: Taylor SwiftOther nominees were Bad Bunny, Benson Boone, and Kendrick Lamar.
Duo/Group of the Year
WINNER: HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMIBest Collaboration
WINNER: APT. – ROSÉ & Bruno MarsSongwriter of the Year
WINNER: Amy AllenProducer of the Year
WINNER: Andrew WattAlbum of the Year
WINNER: Taylor Swift, The Life of a ShowgirlPop Categories
Pop Artist of the Year
WINNER: Sabrina CarpenterPop Song of the Year
WINNER: The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor SwiftBest New Artist (Pop)
WINNER: Alex WarrenPop Album of the Year
WINNER: Taylor Swift, The Life of a ShowgirlCountry Categories
Country Song of the Year
WINNER: Good News – ShaboozeyCountry Artist of the Year
WINNER: Morgan WallenBest New Artist (Country)
WINNER: Ella LangleyCountry Album of the Year
WINNER: Morgan Wallen, I’m the ProblemHip-Hop Categories
Hip-Hop Song of the Year
WINNER: luther – Kendrick Lamar and SZAHip-Hop Artist of the Year
WINNER: Kendrick LamarBest New Artist (Hip-Hop)
WINNER: Real Boston RicheyHip-Hop Album of the Year
WINNER: Kendrick Lamar, GNXR&B Categories
R&B Song of the Year
WINNER: Folded – KehlaniR&B Artist of the Year
WINNER: Chris BrownBest New Artist (R&B)
WINNER: Leon ThomasR&B Album of the Year
WINNER: Leon Thomas, PHOLKSAlternative Categories
Alternative Song of the Year
WINNER: Ensenada – SublimeAlternative Artist of the Year
WINNER: Twenty One PilotsBest New Artist (Alternative)
WINNER: sombrAlternative Album of the Year
WINNER: sombr, I Barely Know HerRock Categories
Rock Song of the Year
WINNER: Heavy Is the Crown – Linkin ParkRock Artist of the Year
WINNER: ShinedownBest New Artist (Rock)
WINNER: Sleep TheoryRock Album of the Year
WINNER: Sleep Token, Even in ArcadiaLatin Pop/Urban Categories
Latin Pop/Urban Song of the Year
WINNER: DtMF – Bad BunnyLatin Pop/Urban Artist of the Year
WINNER: Bad BunnyBest New Artist (Latin Pop/Urban)
WINNER: BeéleLatin Pop/Urban Album of the Year
WINNER: Bad Bunny, Debí Tirar Más FotosRegional Mexican Categories
Regional Mexican Song of the Year
WINNER: Amor Bonito – Luis Angel El FlacoRegional Mexican Artist of the Year
WINNER: Grupo FronteraBest New Artist (Regional Mexican)
WINNER: Los Dos De TamaulipasRegional Mexican Album of the Year
WINNER: Fuerza Regida, 111XPANTIAK-pop Categories
K-pop Artist of the Year
WINNER: ROSÉK-pop Group of the Year
WINNER: Stray KidsK-pop Song of the Year
WINNER: Golden – HUNTR/X, EJAE, AUDREY NUNA, REI AMIBest New Artist (K-pop)
WINNER: CortisK-pop Album of the Year
WINNER: JENNIE, RubyDance & World Categories
Dance Song of the Year
WINNER: No Broke Boys – Disco Lines & TinasheDance Artist of the Year
WINNER: David GuettaWorld Artist of the Year
WINNER: MOLIYSocially Voted Categories
Favourite Broadway Debut
WINNER: Tom Felton, Harry Potter and the Cursed ChildFavourite TikTok Dance (new category)
WINNER: MONA LISA – j-hopeFavourite Debut Album (new category)
WINNER: Alex Warren, You’ll Be Alright, KidBest Lyrics
WINNER: The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor SwiftBest Music Video
WINNER: The Fate of Ophelia – Taylor SwiftFavourite On Screen
WINNER: Jimin and Jung Kook, Are You Sure?!Favourite Tour Photographer
WINNER: Rahul Bhatt for KATSEYEFavourite Soundtrack
WINNER: KPop Demon HuntersFavourite Tour Style
WINNER: Taylor Swift, Taylor Swift | The Eras TourFavorite Tour Tradition
WINNER: Coldplay, Crowd camFavourite K-pop Collab (new category)
WINNER: Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel) – j-hope, MiguelAnd that's a wrap on this year's iHeart Radio Music Awards!