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 many more, and has earned a reputation for integrity and visionary representation.
- Adele
- Billie Eilish
- The Killers
- Andrea Bocelli
- Hozier
- Arctic Monkeys
- Sam Smith
The award recognizes Sommer's profound global influence and artist-first leadership within the music industry.
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 global music impact.