Country legend Merle Haggard will be featured in the two-hour CBS special, The Kennedy Center Honors, tonight (December 28) at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Haggard accepted the prestigious award at a star-studded gala event in Washington, D.C. on December 5. Paul McCartney, Oprah Winfrey, lyricist Jerry Herman, and dancer and  choreographer Bill T. Jones were also recognized for their contributions to American culture.

During the ceremony, Haggard was honored with musical performances by longtime friends and fellow country icons Kris Kristofferson and Willie Nelson, as well as Sheryl Crow, Vince Gill, Jamey Johnson, Kid Rock, Miranda Lambert and Brad Paisley.

Be sure to tune into CBS tonight to witness the tribute and to see Merle Haggard take home the honor!