The American Music Awards celebrated its return to broadcast TV with a magnificent night hosted by Jennifer Lopez.
Lopez, 55, was 21 when she made her AMA debut in 1991 as a backup dancer for New Kids on the Block. She’s since performed on the show countless times and first hosted in 2015, becoming the fourth music star of all time to solo-host the ceremony twice.
This year, she pulled double duty, both hosting and performing during the Monday, May 26, awards show, held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas — the first time in history the AMAs have taken place outside the Los Angeles area.
In addition to performances from stars like Lopez, Benson Boone, Janet Jackson, Lainey Wilson and more, the 2025 AMAs, held on Memorial Day, featured a special tribute to fallen U.S. troops and veterans.
Kendrick Lamar led this year’s nominees with 10 nominations, followed closely by Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan and Shaboozey. Keep scrolling for a full list of the nominees and winners of the 2025 AMAs:
Artist of the Year
Ariana Grande
Billie Eilish
Chappell Roan
Kendrick Lamar
Morgan Wallen
Post Malone
Sabrina Carpenter
SZA
Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan
New Artist of the Year
Benson Boone
Chappell Roan
Gracie Abrams
Shaboozey
Teddy Swims
Tommy Richman
Album of the Year
Beyoncé COWBOY CARTER
Billie Eilish HIT ME HARD AND SOFT
Chappell Roan The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess
Charli xcx Brat
Gracie Abrams The Secret of Us
Future & Metro Boomin We Don’t Trust You
Kendrick Lamar GNX
Post Malone F-1 Trillion
Sabrina Carpenter Short n’ Sweet
Taylor Swift The Tortured Poets Department
Song of the Year
Benson Boone “Beautiful Things”
Billie Eilish “Birds of a Feather”
Chappell Roan “Good Luck, Babe!”
Hozier “Too Sweet”
Kendrick Lamar “Not Like Us”
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”
Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen “I Had Some Help”
Sabrina Carpenter “Espresso”
Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Teddy Swims “Lose Control”
Collaboration of the Year
Kendrick Lamar & SZA “Luther”
Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”
Marshmello and Kane Brown “Miles on It”
Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen “I Had Some Help”
ROSÉ & Bruno Mars “APT.”
Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone “Fortnight”
Social Song of the Year
Chappell Roan “HOT TO GO!”
Djo “End of Beginning”
Doechii “Anxiety”
Lola Young “Messy”
Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Tommy Richman “Million Dollar Baby”
Favorite Touring Artist
Billie Eilish
Luke Combs
Morgan Wallen
Taylor Swift
Zach Bryan
Favorite Music Video
Benson Boone “Beautiful Things”
KAROL G “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido”
Kendrick Lamar “Not Like Us”
Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”
Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Favorite Male Pop Artist
Benson Boone
Bruno Mars
Hozier
Teddy Swims
The Weeknd
Favorite Female Pop Artist
Billie Eilish
Chappell Roan
Lady Gaga
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
Favorite Pop Album
Billie Eilish HIT ME HARD AND SOFT
Chappell Roan The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess
Charli xcx BRAT
Sabrina Carpenter Short n’ Sweet
Taylor Swift The Tortured Poets Department
Favorite Pop Song
Benson Boone “Beautiful Things”
Billie Eilish “Birds of a Feather”
Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars “Die With A Smile”
Sabrina Carpenter “Espresso”
Teddy Swims “Lose Control”
Favorite Male Country Artist
Jelly Roll
Luke Combs
Morgan Wallen
Post Malone
Shaboozey
Favorite Female Country Artist
Beyoncé
Ella Langley
Kacey Musgraves
Lainey Wilson
Megan Moroney
Favorite Country Duo or Group
Dan + Shay
Old Dominion
Parmalee
The Red Clay Strays
Zac Brown Band
Favorite Country Album
Beyoncé COWBOY CARTER
Jelly Roll BEAUTIFULLY BROKEN
Megan Moroney AM I OKAY?
Post Malone F-1 Trillion
Shaboozey Where I’ve Been, Isn’t Where I’m Going
Favorite Country Song
Jelly Roll “I Am Not Okay”
Koe Wetzel & Jessie Murph “High Road”
Luke Combs “Ain’t No Love in Oklahoma”
Post Malone Featuring Morgan Wallen “I Had Some Help”
Shaboozey “A Bar Song (Tipsy)”
Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist
Drake
Eminem
Future
Kendrick Lamar
Tyler, The Creator
Favorite Female Hip-Hop Artist
Doechii
GloRilla
Latto
Megan Thee Stallion
Sexyy Red
Favorite Hip-Hop Album
Eminem The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)
Future & Metro Boomin WE DON’T TRUST YOU
Gunna “one of wun”
Kendrick Lamar GNX
Tyler, The Creator CHROMAKOPIA
Favorite Hip-Hop Song
Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar “Like That”
GloRilla “TGIF”
GloRilla & Sexyy Red “WHATCHU KNO ABOUT ME”
Kendrick Lamar “Not Like Us”
Kendrick Lamar & SZA “Luther”
Favorite Male R&B Artist
Bryson Tiller
Chris Brown
PARTYNEXTDOOR
The Weeknd
Usher
Favorite Female R&B Artist
Kehlani
Muni Long
Summer Walker
SZA
Tyla
Favorite R&B Album
Bryson Tiller Bryson Tiller
PARTYNEXTDOOR PARTYNEXTDOOR 4 (P4)
PARTYNEXTDOOR & Drake $ome $exy $ongs 4 U
SZA SOS Deluxe: LANA
The Weeknd Hurry Up Tomorrow
Favorite R&B Song
Chris Brown “Residuals”
Muni Long “Made For Me”
SZA “Saturn”
The Weeknd & Playboi Carti “Timeless”
Tommy Richman “Million Dollar Baby”
Favorite Male Latin Artist
Bad Bunny
Feid
Peso Pluma
Rauw Alejandro
Tito Double P
Favorite Female Latin Artist
Becky G
KAROL G
Natti Natasha
Shakira
Young Miko
Favorite Latin Duo or Group
Calibre 50
Fuerza Regida
Grupo Firme
Grupo Frontera
Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda
Favorite Latin Album
Bad Bunny DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS
Fuerza Regida Dolido Pero No Arrepentido
Peso Pluma ÉXODO
Rauw Alejandro Cosa Nuestra
Tito Double P INCÓMDO
Favorite Latin Song
Bad Bunny “DtMF”
FloyyMenor X Cris Mj “Gata Only”
KAROL G “Si Antes Te Hubiera Conocido”
Oscar Maydon & Fuerza Regida “Tu Boda”
Shakira “Soltera”
Favorite Rock Artist
Hozier
Linkin Park
Pearl Jam
Twenty One Pilots
Zach Bryan
Favorite Rock Album
Hozier Unreal Unearth: Unending
Koe Wetzel 9 Lives
The Marías Submarine
Twenty One Pilots Clancy
Zach Bryan The Great American Bar Scene
Favorite Rock Song
Green Day “Dilemma”
Hozier “Too Sweet”
Linkin Park “The Emptiness Machine”
Myles Smith “Stargazing”
Zach Bryan “Pink Skies”
Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist
Charli xcx
David Guetta
John Summit
Lady Gaga
Marshmello
Favorite Soundtrack
Arcane League of Legends: Season 2
Hazbin Hotel (Original Soundtrack)
Moana 2 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) • Auliʻi Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson and Cast
Twisters: The Album
Wicked: The Soundtrack • Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Cast
Favorite Afrobeats Artist
Asake
Rema
Tems
Tyla
Wizkid
Favorite K-Pop Artist
ATEEZ
Jimin
RM
ROSÉ
Stray Kids
Celebrity & Entertainment News
The world of **celebrity** and **entertainment** news is constantly evolving, brimming with drama, fashion, music trends, and iconic moments. From award shows to the latest in celebrity gossip, this vast universe captures the public’s imagination while shaping culture and society.
A Glimpse Into the Celebrity Universe
In today’s fast-paced world, staying connected is more essential than ever. Celebrity news provides a **window** into the lives of our favorite stars, showcasing their achievements, struggles, and everything in between.
Fans are eager to learn about the latest **movies, music releases**, and personal updates. With platforms like Instagram and Twitter, the stars often share their world directly, creating a personal bond with their audience.
The Evolution of Award Shows
Highlighting Excellence in Entertainment
Award shows like the **Academy Awards**, **Grammy Awards**, and **American Music Awards** are pivotal moments in the entertainment industry. They celebrate talent and recognize the hard work artists put into their craft.
These shows not only honor the current stars but also create a platform for newcomers. For instance, at the recent **AMAs**, newcomers such as Benson Boone and Chappell Roan were highlighted alongside established names like Kendrick Lamar and Billie Eilish.
A Snapshot of Recent AMAs
The **2025 American Music Awards** were hosted by the wonderful Jennifer Lopez at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. It was a historical event as it was the first time the AMAs was held outside Los Angeles. The performances were nothing short of spectacular, with artists like **Janet Jackson** and **Lainey Wilson** gracing the stage.
- Artist of the Year: Taylor Swift
- New Artist of the Year: Gracie Abrams
- Album of the Year: Billie Eilish – HIT ME HARD AND SOFT
- Song of the Year: Billie Eilish – Birds of a Feather
- Favorite Music Video: Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – Die With A Smile
Celebrity Personalities Making Headlines
From Red Carpets to Private Lives
Red carpets are a display of fashion, elegance, and sometimes outrageous choices. They set trends and create buzz among fans and fashion critics alike. The **Met Gala**, for instance, is famous for pushing the boundaries of style.
In addition to fashion, celebrities are increasingly vocal about social issues. Many use their platforms to advocate for **mental health**, equality, and climate change. This adds depth to their celebrity status, making them relatable and admirable.
The Impact of Social Media
Platforms like Instagram and TikTok have transformed how celebrities share their lives. This immediacy can lead to real-time news updates, allowing fans to feel more connected. However, it also opens doors to scrutiny and criticism.
For example, **Selena Gomez** and **Justin Bieber** have been subjects of speculation and gossip, often leading to trending discussions on various platforms.
Did You Know?
Many songs that top the charts today have collaborative efforts, showcasing the power of teamwork. In 2024, for instance, the collaboration between **Post Malone** and **Morgan Wallen** took the music industry by storm, leading to chart-topping hits!
The Business of Entertainment
How Celebrity Drives Economic Growth
The entertainment industry isn’t just about glitz and glamour; it’s a **multi-billion dollar** sector that impacts many other industries. From fashion to technology, the influence of celebrities extends far beyond the screen.
**Brand endorsements** and **social media marketing** capitalize on celebrity influence, driving sales and shaping consumer behavior. Studies show that 70% of consumers trust product recommendations from their favorite celebrities.
FAQ
- What are the biggest award shows in entertainment?
- The biggest award shows include the Oscars, Grammys, and American Music Awards.
- How can I stay updated on celebrity news?
- Follow entertainment news websites, social media accounts of celebrities, and dedicated channels on streaming platforms.
- Who hosts the American Music Awards?
- The AMAs have featured various hosts; in 2025, it was hosted by Jennifer Lopez.
- What role does social media play in celebrity culture?
- Social media enhances connectivity with fans and influences public perception.
- How do celebrities impact fashion trends?
- Celebrity fashion choices often lead to broader trends adopted by fans and the fashion industry.
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