MTV Video Music Awards (2025)
- Jul 24
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 17
By John Supremo Music Industry Veteran | Entertainment Journalist | Lead Creative at Massive Action Media
Date: September 7, 2025
Host: LL Cool J
Location: UBS Arena, Elmont (New York metro area)
Nominations Announcement: August 5, 2025
Network: CBS (with simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount⁺) MTV+5Vip Concierge+5HBCU Connect+5
Presented by: MTV (with coverage from outlets like Billboard)
Event Overview
For the first time in its history, the VMAs will be broadcast airing live on CBS, while also simulcasting on MTV and streaming via Paramount. The ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, September 7, 2025, starting at 8:00 PM ET, and will be held at the UBS Arena, located in Elmont, New York, just outside New York City. Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and Kendrick Lamar are among the top nominees.
What We Know — and What’s Still Unreleased
Host: As of now, the host for the 2025 VMAs has not been officially announced.
Nominees & Categories: Voting has opened on MTV’s official site. The full nominations list is expected closer to the date MTV.
Performers: A lineup of performances has not yet been released; historically, MTV reveals major performers in the weeks leading up to the show.
What to Watch For Next
Nomination list reveal: Likely in late August 2025.
Host announcement: May occur once nominees are publicized.
Performance lineup confirmation: Rolling announcements likely via MTV and entertainment media outlets.
Voting and fan-engagement activation: Already underway via MTV’s VMA voting platform.
The 2025 VMAs look to carry forward MTV’s tradition of dynamic awards and cultural relevance, this time with expanded reach through CBS broadcast and digital streaming. With September 7, 2025, on the calendar at New York’s UBS Arena—orchestrators and viewers alike are anticipating an unforgettable night. Feel free to check back closer to the event for updates on hosts, nominees, and performances.
2025 MTV Video Music Awards Nominees
Video of the Year
Lady Gaga
Bruno Mars
Kendrick Lamar
Ariana Grande
Billie Eilish
Sabrina Carpenter
Artist of the Year
Lady Gaga
Bruno Mars
ROSÉ
Sabrina Carpenter
The Weeknd
Charli XCX
Song of the Year
Kendrick Lamar
Ariana Grande
Billie Eilish
Sabrina Carpenter
Miley Cyrus
Tate McRae
Best New Artist
To be announced (fan-voted category)
Best Collaboration
Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
ROSÉ & The Weeknd
Charli XCX & Billie Eilish
Bad Bunny & Doechii
Best Pop
Sabrina Carpenter
Ariana Grande
Tate McRae
Ed Sheeran
Miley Cyrus
Best Hip-Hop
Kendrick Lamar
Doechii
Bad Bunny
The Weeknd
Best Rock
Jelly Roll
Ed Sheeran
About the Author:
John Supremo has worked in the music and entertainment industry for over 30 years. His passion for what he fondly calls the "industry of characters" remains as strong today as it was the first time he picked up a guitar. Splitting his time between Los Angeles and Austin, Supremo brings not only deep industry insight but also serves as the lead content creative at Massive Action Media.
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