The Academy of Country Music has shared that country music icon Dolly Parton will receive the ACM Poet’s Award during the 19th ACM Honors, adding another milestone to her legendary career as one of the genre’s most influential songwriters. The organization also unveiled an all-star lineup of performers for the annual celebration, which recognizes special honorees and industry achievements outside the ACM Awards telecast. Many of the artists are expected to participate in tribute performances honoring this year’s recipients, continuing the ACM Honors tradition of celebrating songwriters, performers and behind-the-scenes contributors through collaborative live performances. Ella Langley and Jessie Jo Dillon also will be recognized for their Artist-Songwriter and Songwriter of the Year honors announced earlier this year. The 2026 ACM Honors will be co-hosted by Carly Pearce for the sixth consecutive year alongside first-time co-host Parker McCollum, scheduled for Aug. 19 at The Pinnacle in Nashville.