In a bustling announcement from MTV, the lineup for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards has been revealed, shining the spotlight on some of the industry’s biggest names. The event, scheduled for Sunday, September 7, promises to be a star-studded affair with performances from the likes of Post Malone, Doja Cat, Jelly Roll, Conan Gray, and Tate McRae at the prestigious UBS Arena in New York. This news has sent waves of excitement through the music world.
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Post Malone, a prominent figure in the music scene, will be gracing the VMAs stage once again after his last appearance in 2018. This year, he is nominated for Best Collaboration for his work on “Pour Me a Drink” with Blake Shelton. Meanwhile, Doja Cat, who hosted the awards show in 2021, will be treating the audience to the first televised performance of her latest single, “Jealous Type,” alongside LISA and RAYE in the Best K-Pop category for their track, “Born Again.”
Jelly Roll, known for his electrifying performances, will be vying for four awards this year, including his hunt for his first-ever Moon Person in categories like Video for Good, Best Alternative, Best Country, and Best Hip-Hop. Conan Gray and Tate McRae will also join the lineup, with Gray making his main stage debut after appearing on the Extended Play Stage in 2022 and McRae securing four nominations, including Song of the Year, Best Pop Artist, Best Editing, and Best Visual Effects.
These stellar acts will be in good company, as Sabrina Carpenter, Ricky Martin, Sombr, Alex Warren, J Balvin featuring DJ Snake, and Busta Rhymes are set to grace the stage, with Busta Rhymes being honoured with the MTV VMA Rock the Bells Visionary Award and Ricky Martin receiving the Latin Icon Award. The legendary Mariah Carey is primed to receive the Video Vanguard Award and will treat fans to a captivating medley of her biggest hits.
The 2025 MTV VMAs, airing live from UBS Arena on September 7 at 8 p.m. ET on both CBS and MTV, will be hosted by the iconic LL Cool J, who is set to helm the event solo for the first time. With leading nominees like Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Kendrick Lamar, ROSÉ, Sabrina Carpenter, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, and Charli XCX, the competition is fierce, promising an evening of surprises and memorable performances.
As the anticipation builds for the star-studded event, music enthusiasts and fans alike are eagerly awaiting the chance to witness these outstanding artists take the stage. With a blend of established icons and rising stars, the 2025 MTV VMAs are shaping up to be a night to remember, celebrating the diverse talents and creativity within the music industry.
Stay tuned for more updates on the 2025 MTV VMAs as the countdown to the spectacular event continues.