Dolly Parton and Bono are Finalists for the 2024 Audie Awards
Dolly Parton and Bono, the lead singer of U2, while primarily celebrated for their music, are now being recognized for their spoken word prowess. They've been selected as finalists for the 2024 Audie Awards, which is the Audio Publishers Association’s annual event celebrating the top performers in audiobooks and spoken-word entertainment.
2024 Audie Awards
The 2024 Audie Awards will be presented at their 29th gala event on March 4 in Los Angeles at The Avalon. Recognizing standout audiobook performances, these awards shine a light on the best narrative talents each year. Ticket information for the event is available on the Audio Publishers Association's website.
Parton and Bono's Nominations
Dolly Parton's personal wardrobe journey, Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones, is up for an award in the Autobiography/Memoir category. In a collaborative narration effort, Parton along with co-writers Holly George-Warren and Rebecca Seaver, delve into her glittering fashion history and the personal stories behind her looks.
U2's Bono narrated his 2022 memoir, Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story, putting him in contention for the prestigious Audiobook of the Year award. His memoir, which he both wrote and narrated, explores his life and includes intimate insights into U2's iconic music.
Additional Celebrities in the Race
Other well-known figures in the running for the 2024 Audie Awards include “Weird” Al Yankovic, Meryl Streep, and Michelle Obama, among others. Obama narrated her book The Light We Carry, a contender in the Business/Personal Development category, while Streep is nominated in two categories for Ann Patchett's Tom Lake. “Weird” Al contributed to Surely You Can't Be Serious: The True Story of Airplane!, a finalist for the Multi-Voiced Performance category.
Previous Winners and Music Stars at the Grammys
Past music-related Audie winners include Bob Dylan’s Chronicles: Volume One, Keith Richards’ Life, and Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run. Interestingly, Dolly Parton is also nominated for a Grammy this year and U2 is scheduled to perform during the Grammys event.
The Grammy ceremony will be broadcasting live and will feature Parton contending for Best Solo Country Performance, while U2 will be taking the stage at their Las Vegas residency venue. Fans can tune in to the live broadcast and catch all the performances and award announcements.
U2 Las Vegas Residency
U2 fans have the opportunity to see the band perform at their ongoing Las Vegas residency, with tickets currently available through various ticketing platforms.
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