Keke Palmer to Host 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards Presented by Amazon Fashion
Keke Palmer has been announced as the host of the 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards, presented by Amazon Fashion. The event will take place on November 2nd at the American Museum of Natural History for the fourth consecutive year.
Palmer is a multi-Emmy Award-winning actress and TV host who rose to fame with her breakout role in 'Akeelah and the Bee' when she was just 12 years old. She has since starred in over 25 films and 30 TV shows, including critically acclaimed films like 'One of Them Days' and Jordan Peele's blockbuster 'Nope.'
Palmer is not only an accomplished actress but also a successful entrepreneur. She is the CEO and founder of KeyTV and Big Bosses Entertainment, as well as the founder of the wellness platform Practice by Palmer.
'Fashion is one of my favorite ways to tell a story before even saying a word,' Palmer said in a statement. 'To host this year's CFDA Fashion Awards presented by Amazon Fashion is such an honor because it is a night that shines a spotlight on the visionary creatives who keep pushing culture forward with their imagination, craftsmanship and fearless originality.'
The 2026 CFDA Fashion Awards will have several other notable supporters, including Google Shopping for the American Emerging Designer of the Year award, MAC Cosmetics as official beauty partner, and Krug as official Champagne partner.