Paul Anka is set to receive the Icon Award at the BMI Pop Awards.
He will be honoured at the 2026 ceremony, which will take place on 12 May in Beverly Hills, California.
BMI boss Barbara Cane gushed, “Throughout an unparalleled and distinguished career, Paul Anka has captured timelessness, writing himself into the soundtrack of popular music where greatness isn’t just a moment, but a lifelong crescendo.
“Paul’s words, melodies and artistry transcend decades and eras, and we’re thrilled to honour him as a BMI Icon
The pop trailblazer has enjoyed a lengthy career that began in 1957, when he was just 15, with the global hit Diana. He had follow-up No.1s in the US with Lonely Boy and (You’re) Having My Baby, as well as Top 10 hits with Put Your Head on My Shoulder, Puppy Love and Times of Your Life.
Anka has previously bagged 24 BMI Awards and was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1986. He is a recipient of stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Canada Walk of Fame.
Anka recently released his latest studio album, Inspirations of Life and Love.
Previous recipients of the BMI Icon award include Barry Manilow, Dolly Parton, The Jacksons, Paul Simon, Stevie Nicks, Sting and Willie Nelson.
