Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The 41st Stellar Awards Pre-Show took place Friday, August 14, at Charlotte’s historic Carolina Theatre, bringing together some of the biggest names in Gospel music. Hosted by Jamal Roberts, Adia and MAJOR., the evening featured live performances and the presentation of several non-televised Stellar Award categories, as well as the Gospel Radio Awards. It served as the first major celebration leading into Saturday’s main Stellar Awards ceremony at the Spectrum Center.
One of the biggest moments of the night came when Jamal Roberts won his first-ever Stellar Award. Roberts celebrated the milestone following the ceremony, marking another major achievement in his rapidly growing Gospel career. His recognition was especially significant following his American Idol victory and his work with Gospel superstar Jonathan McReynolds. The win gave fans one of the most memorable moments of Friday night and further established Roberts as one of Gospel music’s rising stars.
Another notable winner was Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers, who took home the Quartet of the Year award. Their victory added to an already significant night for the group, whose Revival: Live in Dallas project had received multiple nominations. The Pre-Show also recognized artists, groups, musicians and radio professionals across several categories that will not receive the same level of television exposure during the main ceremony.
Friday’s Pre-Show effectively kicked off the 41st Stellar Awards weekend, with several artists already leaving Charlotte with coveted Stellar trophies. Jamal Roberts’ first Stellar Award was undoubtedly one of the headline moments, while Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers also celebrated a major victory. The focus now turns to Saturday’s main ceremony, where more of Gospel music’s biggest awards will be presented and where viewers will find out which of the night’s biggest nominees take home the top honors.
#stellar
#stellarawards
The 41st Stellar Awards Pre-Show took place Friday, August 14, at Charlotte’s historic Carolina Theatre, bringing together some of the biggest names in Gospel music. Hosted by Jamal Roberts, Adia and MAJOR., the evening featured live performances and the presentation of several non-televised Stellar Award categories, as well as the Gospel Radio Awards. It served as the first major celebration leading into Saturday’s main Stellar Awards ceremony at the Spectrum Center.
One of the biggest moments of the night came when Jamal Roberts won his first-ever Stellar Award. Roberts celebrated the milestone following the ceremony, marking another major achievement in his rapidly growing Gospel career. His recognition was especially significant following his American Idol victory and his work with Gospel superstar Jonathan McReynolds. The win gave fans one of the most memorable moments of Friday night and further established Roberts as one of Gospel music’s rising stars.
Another notable winner was Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers, who took home the Quartet of the Year award. Their victory added to an already significant night for the group, whose Revival: Live in Dallas project had received multiple nominations. The Pre-Show also recognized artists, groups, musicians and radio professionals across several categories that will not receive the same level of television exposure during the main ceremony.
Friday’s Pre-Show effectively kicked off the 41st Stellar Awards weekend, with several artists already leaving Charlotte with coveted Stellar trophies. Jamal Roberts’ first Stellar Award was undoubtedly one of the headline moments, while Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers also celebrated a major victory. The focus now turns to Saturday’s main ceremony, where more of Gospel music’s biggest awards will be presented and where viewers will find out which of the night’s biggest nominees take home the top honors.
#stellar
#stellarawards
