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Kennedy Center to recognize Paul Anka, Andy Garcia, Barbara Mandrell at off-site Honors ceremony

Kennedy Center to recognize Paul Anka, Andy Garcia, Barbara Mandrell at off-site Honors ceremony

Summary

The Kennedy Center plans to honor playwright David Mamet, songwriter Paul Anka, composer David Foster, actor Andy Garcia and country singer Barbara Mandrell. This year’s ceremony will take place off-site amid a legal dispute over renovations and adding President Donald Trump’s name to the institution.

Key Facts

  • David Mamet is among the planned Kennedy Center honorees.
  • Songwriter Paul Anka is among the planned honorees.
  • Composer David Foster is among the planned honorees.
  • Actor Andy Garcia is among the planned honorees.
  • Country music singer Barbara Mandrell is among the planned honorees.
  • The Honors ceremony will be held off-site this year.
  • The off-site ceremony comes amid a legal battle over renovations and adding Trump’s name to the performing arts institution.
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