The Museum of Broadcast Communications announces the nomination window for the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame, inviting industry professionals and listeners alike to help shape the next induction class for one of radio’s most prestigious honors.
Beginning Sunday, February 1, the Radio Hall of Fame Nominating Committee will accept suggestions for potential inductees through Tuesday, March 31, at 11:59 p.m. PST. Submissions can be made online at radiohalloffame.com and will be reviewed as part of the Hall’s annual selection process.
Each year, the nomination phase marks the first step in determining potential Hall of Fame inductees. From the submissions, 24 individuals will be selected as official nominees. They will then be placed on the ballot for voting by industry personnel later in the year. That voting process will determine the final members of the 2026 Radio Hall of Fame induction class.
Dennis Green, co-chairman of the Radio Hall of Fame, emphasized the importance of public participation. He said it plays a key role in identifying candidates who have made a lasting impact on the medium. He noted that radio’s influence spans markets, formats, and generations, creating a deep pool of worthy contenders.
“We look forward to receiving suggestions from around the country of worthy broadcasters deserving to be nominated for Radio Hall of Fame induction,” Green says. “There are so many deserving candidates worthy of earning the radio industry’s highest honor as we begin the process of inducting this year’s Hall of Fame class in October.”
Kraig T. Kitchin, co-chairman of the Radio Hall of Fame, echoed those sentiments and stressed the value of broad participation. He said the nomination phase benefits from diverse perspectives. Feedback from industry insiders and listeners offers insight that might otherwise miss during internal discussions.
“We rely on industry and listener input and suggestions in this process,” Kitchin said. “Our 24-person Nominating Committee gains valuable additional insight and knowledge as a result of the suggestions coming from thousands of individuals each year.”
The 2026 Radio Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place Thursday, October 8, 2026. It will take place in Chicago at the Fairmont Chicago Hotel. The annual event brings together broadcasters, executives, and media leaders from across the country. It celebrates excellence, longevity, and innovation in radio.
The Radio Hall of Fame was founded in 1988 by the Emerson Radio Corporation. It has been operated by the Museum of Broadcast Communications since 1991. Since its inception, the Hall has honored individuals who helped shape radio as a cornerstone of American media
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