Rock Hall's 2026 ceremony promises surprises and no-shows

State of play: Eight acts earned induction in the performer category, each taking a different path to rock immortality.

Phil Collins: Already inducted with Genesis, Collins becomes a two-time Hall of Famer thanks to his blockbuster solo career.

• Collins plans to attend, but health problems have (probably) ruled out a performance.

Billy Idol: The punk rocker-turned-MTV superstar broke through on his second nomination and plans to perform.

Iron Maiden: The British metal giants finally made it on their third nomination, but will miss the ceremony because of a previously scheduled Australian tour.

Joy Division/New Order: The influential post-punk pioneers got in on their third nomination.

• It remains a question whether estranged bassist Peter Hook reunites with his former bandmates.

Oasis: The recently reunited Britpop legends earned induction on their second nomination, but brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher recently revealed they won't attend.

Sade: The British soul group made it on its second nomination.

• A performance would be remarkable, considering the band hasn't toured since 2011.

Luther Vandross: The late R&B legend earned induction on his first nomination, more than two decades after his death.

Wu-Tang Clan: The groundbreaking hip-hop collective, which still puts on a heck of a live show, also got in on its first nomination.

The intrigue: Potential reunions, surprise collaborations and tributes to Vandross and Collins could provide the night's biggest moments.

• Hip-hop will take center stage with Queen Latifah and MC Lyte among the Early Influence honorees.
• Other inductees include Celia Cruz, Fela Kuti, Ed Sullivan, Gram Parsons, Rick Rubin, Linda Creed, Arif Mardin and Jimmy Miller.

What's next: The taped ceremony will air on ABC on Dec. 8.

• The induction ceremony will return to Cleveland in 2027.