Overview

• The 2025 American Music Awards will air live on Memorial Day, May 26, from Las Vegas on CBS, with streaming available on Paramount+.
• Jennifer Lopez will host and perform at the event, marking her second time hosting after her debut in 2015.
• The show represents a major shift in broadcast strategy, moving to CBS and adopting a Memorial Day timeslot to honor U.S. troops and veterans.
• Lopez, a three-time AMA winner, has performed at the awards over ten times and is celebrated for her dynamic stage presence and artistry.
• This year's AMAs follow the success of the 50th Anniversary Special in 2024, continuing the show's evolution as a global, fan-voted celebration of music.