J.D. SUMNER LIVING LEGEND AWARD
A once-in-a-lifetime honor to recognize the living performer for whom the fans feel has made the greatest contribution to Southern Gospel music over a career spanning 25 years or more. PREVIOUS WINNERS: (No longer eligible for this award)
Bill Gaither, Squire Parsons, Ben Speer, Connie Hopper, Claude Hopper, Ann Downing & LuLu Roman