Overview

• LL Cool J will helm the awards alone on September 7, marking his first solo VMA hosting after co-leading the 2022 show.
• The ceremony will be staged at UBS Arena in New York and air live on CBS with a Paramount+ stream.
• His nomination for “Murdergram Deux” from The FORCE underscores his comeback as a contender, earning his first non-Vanguard nod since 1996.
• Lady Gaga leads this year’s nominations with 12 nods, followed by Bruno Mars and Kendrick Lamar in double digits, while Rosé and Sabrina Carpenter each secured eight.
• Key production details—including performers, presenters and the 2025 Video Vanguard Award recipient—have yet to be announced.