Queen Latifah to Host 2024 Kennedy Center Honors

Queen Latifah has been announced as the host for the 47th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, marking her first time in this role. The gala will be held on December 8, 2024, and will air on CBS on December 22, featuring honorees such as Francis Ford Coppola, the Grateful Dead, Bonnie Raitt, Arturo Sandoval, and The Apollo Theater. Latifah, a 2023 Kennedy Center Honors recipient herself, is recognized for her significant contributions to the arts and her role as a foundational figure in the Black artistic community. The event will celebrate the impact of the honorees on culture and society, with performances and tributes from leading artists. This year's ceremony is noted as potentially the last attended by a sitting president for some time, as the political landscape may change in the coming years. The Honors gala is produced by Done+Dusted, continuing a tradition of recognizing artistic excellence.