The Jonas Brothers have officially been inducted as Disney Legends, with Kevin, Joe and Nick Jonas receiving the honour at the D23 event in California.The brothers were among 11 honourees recognised as part of Disney’s 2026 class, which also includes Anne Hathaway, Dwayne Johnson, Jerry Bruckheimer, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bob Iger and Alan Tudyk. Disney described the Jonas Brothers’ contribution as having helped shape a generation of Disney music.
Vanessa Hudgens honours the Jonas Brothers
Actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens, who shared the Disney Channel spotlight with the Jonas Brothers during the network’s hugely successful late-2000s era, inducted the band at the ceremony.A tribute video played during the presentation, taking the audience through the brothers’ journey from their early Disney years to their evolution as one of pop music’s most enduring family acts.The honour recognises the brothers’ long association with Disney, which began with their music and appearances on Disney Channel before expanding into film projects like ‘Camp Rock’ and their television series ‘Jonas’.
Priyanka Chopra supports Nick Jonas
Nick Jonas’ wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, was by his side for the milestone event. The actress, who has been busy shooting for her action film ‘Varanasi’, in India, seemingly took a break from the shoot to be by Nick’s side as he accepted the honour.
Nick Jonas’ speech wins hearts
The Jonas Brothers subsequently took the stage to accept the honour, with Kevin, Joe and Nick each taking turns to address the audience. Their speeches brought plenty of humour to the ceremony, with Nick Jonas saying, “Nick went on to say, “To our incredible fans, thank you for letting us be a part of your childhood and growing up alongside you all these years. You gave three brothers from New Jersey, a life beyond anything we could have imagined. We’re so grateful.”He concluded with the line, “To our great-great-great-granddaughters, we’re doing just fine.”The honour recognises the brothers’ long association with Disney, which began with their music and appearances on Disney Channel before expanding into film projects like ‘Camp Rock’ and their television series ‘Jonas’.
Priyanka Chopra supports Nick Jonas
Nick Jonas’ wife, actress Priyanka Chopra, was by his side for the milestone event. The actress, who has been busy shooting for her action film ‘Varanasi’, in India, seemingly took a break from the shoot to be by Nick’s side as he accepted the honour.
Vanessa Hudgens joins the Jonas Brothers back stage
She was also seen joining Nick, Joe and Kevin backstage following the ceremony. A photograph from the action behind the scenes, featured Vanessa Hudgens alongside Joe Jonas, Ming-Na Wen, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Nick Jonas, Danielle Jonas and Kevin Jonas.Hudgens also joined the Jonas Brothers for a TikTok clip that left fans nostalgic.
