
The Kennedy Center Honors 2025 were held on the evening of December 7, 2025. President Trump made was history as the first sitting U.S. president to host the ceremony. Five legendary entertainers who have helped to shape American culture were honored at this the 48th annual celebration.
The honorees were Sylvester Stallone, George Strait, KISS (Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, and Peter Criss, honored in memoriam: Ace Frehley). Gloria Gaynor, and Michael Crawford.
Congratulations to Sly Stallone and all honorees for a well deserved award.
The 2025 Kenedy Center Awards ceremony will be broadcast on CBS and Paramount+ on December 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET.
– Craig Zablo
The photos above and below come from Sly Stallone’s instagram with his thoughts…
Honored to receive this year’s Kennedy Center Honors medal for championing the performing arts. Thank you all for the support over the years, keep punching! 🥊🥊


Front row: Sly Stallone, George Strait, Gloria Gaynor, Michael Crawford
Standing: Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss