Half the inductees in the performer category were nominated for the first time this year. The ceremony will stream live on Disney+ in October.

Mariah Carey, Cher, Sinéad O'Connor, Mary J. Blige and Sade are on the latest inductee shortlist. It's notable for an institution long focused on white male artists.

The annual music awards show also featured controversial appearances by Travis Scott and Morgan Wallen.

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