Popular star Jennifer Lopez will be honored with the 2022 iHeartRadio Icon Award.
On Thursday, the FOX Entertainment and iHeartMedia made the announcement that the Marry Me star will receive the Icon of the year award for her ‘impact on pop culture, longevity and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan bas worldwide.’
The Hustlers star, who is a musician, dancer, actress, and producer, has had a career spanning two decades, and has been the only artist to ever have a number one album and number one film simultaneously.
The ceremony will be hosted by LL Cool J and will air LIVE from The Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Tuesday, March 22 on Fox. “It’s an honor to return to the stage as host of the iHeartRadio Music Awards and bring live music back to fans all over the world as we celebrate our favorite artists,” said LL Cool J in a statement.
Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Ariana Grande, and Dua Lipa will compete for the Female Artist of the Year award, while artists nominated for Male Artist of the Year are Drake, Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, Lil Nas X, and The Weeknd.
The event also will be heard on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app.
