CBS aired a two-hour televised concert special honoring rock legend Sir Rod Stewart on Tuesday [1].
The event, titled “Forever Young: A Grammy Salute to Rod Stewart Live,” serves as a formal recognition of Stewart’s decades-long contributions to the music industry [1]. The Recording Academy’s Grammy Salute series highlights artists who have had a profound impact on music, often addressing gaps in an artist's historical Grammy nomination record [3].
The special premiered on May 19, 2026, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET/PT [1]. In addition to the broadcast on CBS, the program was made available for streaming on Paramount+ [2]. The production featured a mix of musical performances, and family moments designed to provide an all-access concert experience for the audience [3].
Production for the special took place earlier this year. The concert was filmed over two nights in February 2026 [1]. The filming location for these performances was Hollywood, Florida [1].
The two-hour runtime [2] allowed for a comprehensive tribute to Stewart’s career. By pairing the Recording Academy's prestige with the reach of a major network, the special aimed to cement Stewart's legacy for a new generation of viewers. The program combined high-production concert footage with intimate storytelling to frame Stewart's influence on the global music landscape.
“A Grammy Salute to Rod Stewart Live,” featuring performances, family moments and a tribute to Stewart’s career”
The production of a dedicated Grammy Salute special underscores the Recording Academy's effort to align its honors with enduring commercial and cultural success, even when formal award nominations may have been delayed in the past. By leveraging both linear television and streaming platforms, the industry is ensuring that legacy artists maintain visibility in a fragmented media environment.
