The 51st Annual American Music Awards (AMAs) are set to dazzle audiences on Monday, May 26, 2025, broadcasting live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. This year's ceremony marks a significant return after a two-year hiatus, now airing on CBS and streaming via Paramount+ with Showtime. Jennifer Lopez will host the event for the second time, also delivering a performance, despite recently recovering from a rehearsal injury. Leading the nominations is Kendrick Lamar with ten nods, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for GNX, and Song of the Year for "Not Like Us." Post Malone follows with eight nominations, recognized for his album F-1 Trillion and collaborations like "I Had Some Help" with Morgan Wallen. Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey each garnered seven nominations, showcasing the diverse talent celebrated this year.

Major Categories; Artist of the Year: Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, SZA, Taylor Swift. New Artist of the Year: Benson Boone, Chappell Roan, Gracie Abrams, Shaboozey, Teddy Swims, Tommy Richman. Album of the Year: Beyoncé – Cowboy Carter, Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft, Chappell Roan – The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, Charli XCX – Brat, Gracie Abrams – The Secret of Us, Future & Metro Boomin – We Don’t Trust You, Kendrick Lamar – GNX, Post Malone – F-1 Trillion, Sabrina Carpenter – Short n’ Sweet, Taylor Swift – The Tortured Poets Department. Song of the Year: Benson Boone – "Beautiful Things", Billie Eilish – "Birds of a Feather", Chappell Roan – "Good Luck, Babe!", Hozier – "Too Sweet", Kendrick Lamar – "Not Like Us", Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – "Die With A Smile", Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen – "I Had Some Help", Sabrina Carpenter – "Espresso", Shaboozey – "A Bar Song (Tipsy)", Teddy Swims – "Lose Control".

Among the international nominees and appearances, Park Jimin and Kim Namjoon (known as RM) of BTS are also included. Although BTS is currently focusing on solo and military activities, their global influence remains strong. Park Jimin and Kim Namjoon are nominated for Best International Artist – Solo. Their nominations mark BTS’s continued presence on the global music stage, even as members explore solo ventures. Both artists are expected to appear via pre-recorded messages due to military service commitments.

Janet Jackson will receive the prestigious ICON Award, marking her first televised performance in seven years. Rod Stewart is set to be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating his illustrious career spanning over five decades. The ceremony will feature performances from a star-studded lineup, including Gwen Stefani, The Weeknd, Gloria Estefan, and Blake Shelton, promising a night of memorable musical moments. With a blend of seasoned artists and emerging talents, the 2025 AMAs aim to showcase the dynamic landscape of the music industry. Fans worldwide eagerly anticipate the outcomes and performances that will define this year's celebration of musical excellence.