WME's Kirk Sommer Named MUSEXPO's 'International Music Person of the Year'
Kirk Sommer, senior partner and global co-head of music at WME, will receive the 2026 "International Music Person of the Year" Award.
Sommer is an agent to stars like Adele, Billie Eilish, and The Killers, and has had a profound global influence on the music industry.
- Andrea Bocelli
- Hozier
- Arctic Monkeys
- Sam Smith
The prestigious award recognizes Sommer's profound global influence and artist-first leadership within the music industry.
The honor will be presented during MUSEXPO's 26th global edition at its annual awards luncheon on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Castaway in Burbank, Calif.
Author's summary: Kirk Sommer receives award for his impact on the music industry.
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