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Promotional poster for the Winter White House Party featuring Charlie Wilson, special guests Jody Watley and Ready for the World with Melvin Riley, hosted by Kier 'Junior' Spates. Date: November 28, Location: Texas Trust Theatre.

Save the date! Jody Watley is headed to Texas for a special live concert appearance this holiday season.

Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, music and style icon Jody Watley announced as a special guest for the Winter White House Party, happening Saturday, November 28, 2026, at Texas Trust CU Theatre in Grand Prairie, Texas.

The evening brings together an exciting lineup of R&B, soul, funk and pop favorites, headlined by Charlie Wilson, with Ready For The World and special guest Jody Watley.

Watley brings her unmistakable presence and showcasing a few favorites and new music from her extensive solo catalog to the stage, spanning decades of Top 10 and #1 hits, dance-floor classics and an independent music journey that continues with new releases in 2026.

The concert will be hosted by Kier “Junior” Spates of The Steve Harvey Morning Show, adding even more energy to this special holiday weekend celebration.

WINTER WHITE HOUSE PARTY 2026

Saturday, November 28, 2026

Texas Trust CU Theatre — Grand Prairie, Texas

Charlie Wilson

Ready For The World

Special Guest: Jody Watley

Hosted by Kier “Junior” Spates

Get your tickets and make plans to be there! axs.com

It’s another opportunity to experience Jody Watley live in 2026 — bringing timeless hits, contemporary style and the enduring energy that continues to connect generations of music fans.

Jody Watley continues her powerful independent run as “Everlasting” (Alex Di Ciò Mix) reached #2 on the UK Soul Chart (Feb 2024) — her 4th Top 5 entry between 2018–2024 🇬🇧🔥

A smiling woman with long black hair wearing a brown top, with the text 'JODY WATLEY' prominently displayed below her. — Grammy Winning Solo Artist Jody Watley, 2026. Photo Courtesy of Avitone Recordings

In this special montage, Jody also shares a new message to fans — reflecting gratitude, momentum, and what’s ahead.

Longtime collaborator Alex Di Ciò brings his signature soul sophistication to the sound, contributing to the continued evolution of modern soul and dance.

Their synergy also powers Let’s Dance Vol. 1 – Hit Them Beats, which reached #1 on UK iTunes & Amazon Dance/Electronic charts July 2025, featuring Alex mixes:

• “The Essence”

• “The Beat Don’t Stop”

With previews teasing a new 2026 project, the message is clear — to the casuals forever out of touch… she’s always delivering.

Independent. Consistent. Everlasting.

Watch the Video Message Here on The Jody Watley Youtube Channel

#JodyWatley #AlexDiCio #UKSoulChart #Everlasting #IndependentArtist #DanceMusic #SoulMusic #Avitone

About The Artist:

Jody Watley is a GRAMMY® Award–winning Best New Artist and 3x nominee, multi-platinum singer, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and style icon.

Renowned as one of the most defining female artists of the 80s and 90s with Top 10 hits including the iconic “Looking for a New Love,” “Don’t You Want Me,” “Friends” ft. Eric B. & Rakim, and the gold-certified “Real Love,” she has built a genre-spanning, critically acclaimed catalog across R&B, Pop, Dance, Jazz, Electronica.

Her latest release, Let’s Dance Vol. 1, reached #1 on iTunes Top Dance Albums in July 2025.

An award-winning songwriter (BMI Medal of Honor, Women’s Songwriters Hall of Fame), Watley is ranked by Billboard among the Top 25 Dance Artists of All Time and Top 65 Hot 100 Female Artists of All Time. Her honors include Black Music Honors Crossover Icon and the 2022 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award + more.

Celebrated as a fashion and cultural trailblazer, Watley has features in GAP, VOGUE, Harper’s Bazaar, Rolling Stone, People Magazine (Most Beautiful Issue) and more.

A pioneer at the intersection of music and style, her multi-decade, multi-generational career continues to evolve since her early Pop R&B era with MCA through her influential independent label era and beyond.