Jennifer Lopez to Host 2025 American Music Awards in Vegas
LAS VEGAS — May 1, 2024 — The American Music Awards (AMAs) are returning, with Jennifer Lopez set to host the 2025 show live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. The event, taking place on Memorial day, May 26th, will also feature multiple performances and tribute. The AMAs will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+, reflecting the prestige of a show that continues to entertain and celebrate musical excellence. Stay tuned for further announcements.
Jennifer Lopez to Host 2025 American Music Awards Live from Las Vegas
The “2025 American Music Awards” (AMAs) are set to broadcast live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at 8:00 p.m. EDT / 5:00 p.m. PDT. The show will air on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
Tickets are available for purchase now via Ticketmaster.
A Night of Unforgettable Performances
Hosted by Jennifer Lopez,the 51st AMAs promise a night filled with memorable performances,including one by Lopez herself.The event will be broadcast live coast to coast, ensuring fans across the nation can partake in the celebration.
Nominees and Fan Voting
Kendrick Lamar leads this year’s nominations with ten nods.Post Malone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey follow closely behind. fans can cast their votes via VoteAMAs.com and the @AMAs Instagram profile.
Voting closes on Thursday,May 15,at 11:59:59 p.m. PDT, except for the Collaboration of the Year and Social Song of the Year categories, which will remain open through the first 30 minutes of the AMAs broadcast.
Pro Tip
Don’t wait until the last minute to vote! Make your voice heard and support your favorite artists.
Celebrating Music and Honoring Veterans
The American Music Awards will pay tribute to U.S. troops and veterans through performances and special moments. The AMAs are partnering with the Easy Day Foundation, a Las Vegas-based nonprofit, to honor veterans and raise funds for related organizations.
The American Music Awards x Easy Day moments will include two performances and the presentation of a special award honoring a marquee talent who uses their platform to make meaningful contributions to the Veteran community, and also inspirational stories from active-duty service members and veterans.
Did You know?
The AMAs were created by Dick Clark in 1974 and have been delivering iconic performances for half a century.
A Look Back at the 50th Anniversary Special
The return of the AMAs follows the highly-rated “American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special” on CBS in October 2024. The special reached over 13 million viewers and averaged over 6.1 million viewers,marking a 53% increase from the 2022 show on ABC.
The star-studded special surpassed 13M in reach and averaged over 6.1M viewers, an increase of +53% from the last show in 2022 on ABC, making it the largest year over year growth of a music special or award show in the world.
Production and Sponsors
The “2025 American Music Awards” is produced by Dick Clark Productions and will be broadcast globally across linear and digital platforms. On the Rocks Premium Cocktails is the Official Cocktail,and The Mountain Valley Spring Water is the Official Water of the American Music Awards.
Reader Question
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About the Hosts and Production Companies
CBS, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, creates and distributes content across various platforms. Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is a leading producer of televised live event entertainment programming, including the “Academy of Country Music Awards,” “Billboard Music Awards,” and “Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest.”
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story luxury resort located at 2777 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
