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57th Annual GMA Dove Awards Held in Nashville With Tribute to Dolly Parton

The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards took place October 7, 2026, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The ceremony featured performances by Brandon Lake, Tye Tribbett, and Elevation Worship, along with a tribute to the late Dolly Parton performed by Natalie Grant and Amy Grant.

57th Annual GMA Dove Awards Held in Nashville With Tribute to Dolly Parton
Source:Gospel Music Association

The 57th Annual GMA Dove Awards were held October 7, 2026, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. Tauren Wells hosted the ceremony for the fourth consecutive year.

The event celebrated Christian and Gospel music recorded between May 1, 2025, and April 30, 2026. Its theme was "Together For One," drawn from Colossians 3:14.

Phil Wickham led all nominees with nine nominations. CeCe Winans led female artists with seven. Both were nominated for Artist of the Year, alongside Brandon Lake, Josiah Queen, and Lauren Daigle. Behind the scenes, songwriter Jonathan Smith earned 14 nominations, the most of any individual.

Performers during the evening included Brandon Lake, Lainey Wilson, Tye Tribbett, Elevation Worship, and Hope Darst. The ceremony also featured a tribute to the late singer-songwriter Dolly Parton, performed by Natalie Grant and Amy Grant.

The broadcast aired on TBN on October 9, 2026, with a rebroadcast scheduled for October 16.

The Dove Awards have recognized excellence in Christian and Gospel music since 1969. The Gospel Music Association oversees the annual ceremony.

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