Lola Young to Take the Stage at the 34th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party

Lola Young in Los Angeles on Feb. 1, 2026.
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NEED TO KNOW

• Lola Young is set to perform live at the 34th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party, PEOPLE can exclusively reveal.
• The annual event will be hosted by Elton John and David Furnish in support of the foundation’s mission to end the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
• “It’s been incredible getting to know Elton and David, and I’m grateful for the support they’ve shown my music,” Young said in a statement.

Lola Young has secured her next performance opportunity, as the Grammy-winning artist is confirmed to take the stage at the 34th Annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party in Los Angeles on March 15.

This esteemed event will be co-hosted by Elton John and David Furnish, who aim to raise funds for the foundation’s ongoing efforts to combat the HIV/AIDS epidemic. They will be joined by co-hosts Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka for the third consecutive year.

In a heartfelt statement, Young expressed her excitement about participating in the event. "It’s been incredible getting to know Elton and David, and I’m grateful for the support they’ve shown my music. Performing at the Foundation’s Academy Awards Viewing Party feels like a special moment in today’s world."

Lola Young performs on ‘The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon’ in 2025.

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In her remarks, Young emphasized the significance of the foundation’s work in aiding communities. "Their work to support communities who need it most is so important to me, and I’m proud to be part of a night that helps make a meaningful impact."

During the event, Young will present a selection of her popular songs. Previous performers have included notable artists such as Brandi Carlile, Chappell Roan, Rina Sawayama, and Dua Lipa.

Elton John praised Young as "a truly remarkable talent," noting that, "It’s such an exciting time for new British artists, and Lola’s sheer brilliance has put her right at the forefront globally."

David Furnish, the foundation chair and John’s husband, expressed their enthusiasm for Young’s participation, stating they are "thrilled" to have her support.

Elton John and David Furnish at Paris Men’s Fashion Week on Jan. 25, 2026 in Paris.

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Young recently won the Grammy for Best Pop Solo Performance at the 2026 Awards, marking her first time receiving the prestigious honor. Her breakthrough came with the 2024 single "Messy" from her album This Wasn’t Meant for You Anyway.

Following this, she released her third album, *I’m Only F*king Myself, in 2025. The album’s single "D£aler" gained significant attention, with John humorously noting in a video that he had to give Young the keys to his house after losing a bet regarding its chart performance.

The fundraiser is expected to attract various celebrities, including Patricia Arquette, Sophia Bush, Ashlyn Harris, Brandi Carlile, Chris Colfer, Lana Condor, Tiffany Haddish, Christina Hendricks, Tove Lo, Melanie Lynskey, Keke Palmer, Orville Peck, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Sharon Stone, Donatella Versace, and many more.

In a statement, John highlighted the importance of the event, saying, "To honor the more than 40 million people living with HIV around the world, we cannot wait to gather once again with our friends and supporters to raise much-needed funds for our lifesaving programs."

Young recently returned to the public eye, delivering a live piano rendition of "Messy" at the Grammys, which marked her first televised performance since taking a break from her career following a health scare in September 2025 at the All Things Go Music Festival in New York City.

Reflecting on her hiatus, Young noted, "You’ve got to protect your mental health in this industry. This is a very difficult industry to be in. I took the time out to get better because there’s a lot of things going on right now in my head, in my personal life."