The Guild of Music Supervisors Awards 2026 was a night to remember, celebrating the incredible talent and impact of music supervisors and songwriters. This annual event, now in its 16th year, shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked heroes behind the scenes who curate and supervise music for films, television, and more.
But here's where it gets controversial... some might argue that the true stars of the show are the music supervisors themselves, whose creative choices and contributions deserve just as much recognition as the artists they work with.
And this is the part most people miss... the winners of the Guild of Music Supervisors Awards are not just celebrated for their technical skills, but also for their ability to enhance the emotional impact of visual media through music.
Let's dive into the winners of this prestigious event, starting with the film category.
FILM
Best Music Supervision in Major Budget Films: Niki Sherrod for her work on "Sinners."
Best Music Supervision in Mid-Level Budget Films: Gabe Hilfer, who supervised the music for "Marty Supreme."
Best Music Supervision in Low Budget Films: Sarah Bromberg and Stephanie Diaz-Matos for their work on "One of Them Days."
Best Music Supervision in a Non-Theatrically Released Film: Frankie Pine, recognized for "Nonnas."
Best Song Written and/or Recorded for a Film: "I Lied to You" from "Sinners," with music supervision by Niki Sherrod and songwriting credits going to Ludwig Göransson and Raphael Saadiq.
TELEVISION
Best Music Supervision in a Television Drama: Tiffany Anders for her work on "The Lowdown" (Season 1).
Best Music Supervision in a Television Comedy: Gabe Hilfer, who brought his expertise to "The Studio" (Season 1).
Best Music Supervision in Reality Television: Meryl Ginsberg, Sara Torres, and Jordan Young for their work on "Love Island USA" (Season 7).
Best Song Written and/or Recorded for Television: "Dialing In" from "Smoke" (Season 1), with music supervision by Mary Ramos and songwriting by Thom Yorke.
DOCUMENTARIES
Best Music Supervision in a Documentary Film: Amanda Clemens and Jody Colero for their work on "Lilith Fair: Building a Mystery."
Best Music Supervision in a Docuseries: Deborah Mannis-Gardner, recognized for "Hip Hop Was Born Here" (Season 1).
ADVERTISING
Best Music Supervision in Advertising (Synch): Nellie Rajabi and Jonathan Wellbelove for their work with Apple on "iPhone 17 Pro | The Ultimate Pro."
Best Music Supervision in Advertising (Original Music): Patrick Lawrence Zappia, who composed for the Gap's "Give Your Gift. (2025)."
Best Music Supervision in Advertising (Long-Form): Julian Drucker for his work with Yogi Tea on "The Theory of Spice."
TRAILERS
Best Music Supervision in a Trailer (Film): Adam Konger, Sanaz Lavaedian, and Marina Polites for their work on "One Battle After Another" (Official Trailer 2).
Best Music Supervision in a Trailer (Series): Scenery Samundra and Gregory Sweeney for their contribution to "The White Lotus: Season 3" (Official Trailer).
Best Music Supervision in a Trailer (Video Game & Interactive): Megan Barbour and Naaman Snell for their work on "Fortnite Battle Royale" "Chapter 6 Season 2: Lawless" (Cinematic Gameplay Trailer).
VIDEO GAMES
Best Music Supervision in a Video Game (Synch): Allison Wood for "NASCAR 2025."
Best Music Supervision in a Video Game (Original Music): "Death Stranding 2: On the Beach," with music supervision by Hideo Kojima and compositions by Ludvig Forssell and Woodkid.
The event was a star-studded affair, with appearances by John Legend, Kate Hudson, and Flavor Flav. It was produced by a dedicated team, including President Lindsay Wolfington, Vice President Heather Guibert, and others.
So, what do you think? Are music supervisors the unsung heroes of the entertainment industry? Should their work be celebrated more? Feel free to share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
