Bette Midler Accepts Woody Guthrie Prize with Protest Song in Tulsa
Bette Midler accepted the 2026 Woody Guthrie Prize at Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa on October 16, performing a rewritten version of Guthrie’s 1940s protest song 'All You Fascists (Bound to Lose).' The 80-year-old artist used the platform to critique current political conditions, framing her performance as a 'small contribution to the Resistance.' The event, hosted by the Woody Guthrie Center, included remarks from Guthrie’s granddaughter and a silent auction featuring items from Midler’s collection.