Elton John to receive 2026 Glenn Gould Prize in Toronto, honoring his global impact on music and culture. Elton John recibirá el Premio 2026 Glenn Gould en Toronto, en honor a su impacto global en la música y la cultura.

Elton John will receive the 2026 Glenn Gould Prize on May 9 in Toronto, becoming the 15th honoree of the biennial award recognizing exceptional contributions to music and culture. Elton John recibirá el Premio 2026 Glenn Gould el 9 de mayo en Toronto, convirtiéndose en el 15o galardonado del premio bienal que reconoce contribuciones excepcionales a la música y la cultura. The ceremony, featuring performances by Canadian artists handpicked by John—including Diana Krall, The Beaches, Ron Sexsmith, Jeremy Dutcher, LOONY, Emily D'Angelo, and Ryan Wang—will take place at The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort. La ceremonia, que contará con actuaciones de artistas canadienses seleccionados por John, incluidos Diana Krall, The Beaches, Ron Sexsmith, Jeremy Dutcher, LOONY, Emily D'Angelo y Ryan Wang, tendrá lugar en The Theatre at Great Canadian Casino Resort. John, who is expected to attend, will receive a $100,000 prize. John, que se espera que asista, recibirá un premio de $100,000. The Glenn Gould Foundation cited his lasting global influence on the arts. La Fundación Glenn Gould citó su duradera influencia global en las artes.