The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) have always been the home of unforgettable pop culture moments. From Madonna and Britney Spears iconic kiss, to Kanye West interrupting Taylor Swift, to Lady Gagas legendary meat dress, the VMAs have delivered some of the most talked-about events in music history.
The 2025 MTV VMAs are almost here, and fans can expect another night of jaw-dropping performances, viral fashion, and headline-making surprises. If you dont want to miss a single moment, heres your complete guide to the VMAs 2025 date, host, performers, nominees, and how to watch live.
This year, the VMAs will air live on CBS for the first time, while also being simulcast on MTV. Viewers in the U.S. can also stream live on Paramount+.
WATCH LIVE: CBS | MTV | Paramount+
For international fans, the show will be available across MTVs global networks and supported streaming partners.
Lady Gaga leads the pack with 12 nominations, including Artist of the Year, Video of the Year, and Song of the Year. Shes followed closely by Bruno Mars, Kendrick Lamar, ROSE, Sabrina Carpenter, Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, and Charli XCX.
Fans can check out the full list of nominees across categories like Best Pop, Best Hip-Hop, Best Collaboration, Best Latin, Best K-Pop, and more on MTVs official site.
LL Cool J returns as the official host, bringing his signature charisma back to the stage after co-hosting alongside Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow in 2022.
The 2025 VMAs will feature a star-studded lineup of presenters, including:
This years VMAs boast one of the most star-packed performance lineups to date. Performers include:
Additionally, the VMAs Extended Play Stage will move in-show for the first time, highlighting first-time nominees: Bailey Zimmerman, The Kid LAROI, Lola Young, and Megan Moroney.
Yes! The VMAs Pre-Show airs on Sunday, September 7 at 7 p.m. ET, hosted by Kevan Kenney and Nessa.
The one-hour event will feature a special live performance from KATSEYE and will be broadcast across multiple channels, including MTV, BET, BET Her, Comedy Central, CMT, Logo, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Pop, TV Land, and VH1.
The VMAs are more than just an awards showtheyre a cultural reset. With Lady Gaga leading nominations, Mariah Carey receiving the Video Vanguard Award, and Ricky Martin being honored with the first-ever Latin Icon Award, the 2025 MTV VMAs are set to be a night of music history in the making.
Save the Date: September 7, 2025
Live from UBS Arena, New York
Watch on CBS, MTV, or stream on Paramount+