Share
The 2025 American Music Awards lit up the Fontainebleau Las Vegas last night (May 26), marking a dazzling return after a three-year hiatus. The evening delivered a blend of historic wins, heartfelt tributes, and powerhouse performances.
The show was hosted by Jennifer Lopez, who opened with a jaw-dropping six-minute medley of 23 hits and turned heads with her many wardrobe changes.
The star-studded lineup of performers included Gwen Stefani, Gloria Estefan, Lainey Wilson, Reneé Rapp, and Blake Shelton, creating a dynamic mix of current hits and timeless classics.
Let's talk about the awardees:
Billie Eilish was the night’s biggest winner, sweeping all seven categories she was nominated for—including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year.
Beyoncé made history, winning her first-ever country music awards for Favorite Female Country Artist and Favorite Country Album for Cowboy Carter.
Janet Jackson received the prestigious Icon Award and thrilled fans with her first televised performance in seven years.
Rod Stewart was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award, moving the audience with an emotional performance of “Forever Young” alongside five of his children.
Post Malone took home his first country music trophies, winning Favorite Male Country Artist and Favorite Country Song for his collaboration with Morgan Wallen, “I Had Some Help.”
Megan Thee Stallion secured Favorite Female Hip-Hop Artist, her second win in the category since 2021, while SZA claimed Favorite R&B Song for “Saturn.”
This year's AMAs aired for the first time on CBS and streamed live on Paramount+, highlighting the best of music’s past, present, and future.