Just in time for Women’s History Month, Billboard will once again recognize music’s rising and A-list female artists, creators, producers and executives for their contributions to the industry and community with the 2022 Billboard Women in Music Awards.
Returning live and in-person at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles, the ceremony will take place on Wednesday, March 2nd and will be open for fans for the first time ever. Hosted by Ciara, the event will honor and feature performances by special honorees Gabby Barrett (Rising Star Award), Doja Cat (Powerhouse Award), KAROL G (Rule Breaker Award), Bonnie Raitt (Icon Award), Saweetie (Game Changer Award), Summer Walker (Chartbreaker Award), Phoebe Bridgers (Trailblazer Award) and more. Additional honorees, including the 2022 Woman of the Year Award recipient, performers, celebrity presenters and more will be announced soon.
“Billboard’s Women in Music is an annual opportunity for us to celebrate undeniably influential women from across the industry,” said Julian Holguin, president of Billboard. “From Doja Cat to Karol G, Saweetie and Bonnie Raitt, we couldn’t be more thrilled to honor this diverse group of women pushing limits and breaking down boundaries with a show stopping live event, and for the first time, invite fans to join in on the celebration in-person.”
“We are once again thrilled to recognize a diverse group of incredibly powerful women driving the music business and shaping pop culture,” said Billboard’s editorial director, Hannah Karp. “From legendary acts to those just beginning to make a name for themselves, these are all women pushing the envelope and inspiring fans around the world with their musicality, determination, attitude and style. We are thrilled to bring these influencers together for a night of incredible performances and inspiring conversation about the future of music.”
Tickets for the 2022 Billboard Women In Music Awards will go on-sale in February. For more information, visit billboardwomeninmusic.com.
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