The American Music Awards 2025 is one of the world’s most celebrated musical events. It is even known to be entirely fan-voted, where the public is the ones who choose their favourite artist across a wide range of categories. Usually, AMA awards take place in November, but for a change this year, it will be held on May 26, 2025, to commemorate the Memorial Day weekend. This will be the 51st edition of the AMAs, all set to pay a tribute to the American spirit and creativity that exists through the universal language of music.
Known for being entirely fan-voted, the AMAs hold a unique place in the industry, spotlighting artists who connect most powerfully with their audiences. The 2025 show promises to be bigger and more diverse than ever, featuring electrifying performances, emotional tributes, and recognition of musical excellence across genres. With new categories celebrating global sounds like K-pop and Afrobeats, and a new venue in Las Vegas, the stage is set for a celebration that reflects the ever-evolving face of music.
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Date and Venue
The 2025 American Music Awards will take place on Monday, May 26, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, a new and glamorous venue that perfectly matches the show’s revived energy. This move to Las Vegas, away from the traditional Los Angeles setup, is a major change. The show will air live on CBS and be available to stream on Paramount+, giving fans across the globe front-row access to the night’s biggest moments.
Host
Adding more buzz, the night will be hosted by none other than Jennifer Lopez, who returns after previously hosting in 2015. Her dynamic stage presence and showmanship are sure to bring a spark to the ceremony.
Award Categories
The AMAs now feature a broad range of categories to represent all the musical flavors fans love. Here are some of the major categories for 2025:
| General Categories | Genre-Specific Categories | Other Categories |
| Artist of the Year | Pop | Favorite K-Pop Artist |
| New Artist of the Year | R&B | Janet Jackson - Icon Award |
| Song of the Year | Hip-Hop/Rap | Favorite Afrobeats Artist |
| Album of the Year | Country | Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist |
| Collaboration of the Year | Latin | Favorite Rock Artist |
| Favorite Touring Artist | Favorite Soundtrack | |
| Favorite Music Video | Social Song of the Year |
Special Honours
Janet Jackson will receive the Icon Award, a special honor given to artists who ve made a lasting mark on the music industry. She’s also expected to perform, making it her first televised performance in years.
Kendrick Lamar leads the nominations, followed by Post Malone, Billie Eilish, and new breakout stars like Chappell Roan and Shaboozey. Fans are also buzzing about a possible announcement from Taylor Swift, who is nominated in multiple categories.
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