Patti LaBelle has been honored as a recipient of the Icon Award at the 2026 BMAC Gala, where she will also share recipes from her kitchen. She is set to perform alongside Jennifer Hudson and Boyz II Men at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game Celebration, marking a significant return to the spotlight. Additionally, she has announced plans to release her first R&B album in two decades, reflecting a renewed creative phase in her career.