2025 VMAs Preview: Lady Gaga Leads Nominations, Mariah Carey Returns, and New Categories
CBS NewsSeptember 5, 20253 min8,723 views
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- 🎤 The 2025 Video Music Awards will be hosted by rapper LL Cool J.
- 📺 For the first time ever, the show will air on CBS this Sunday, indicating a broader format.
Nomination Leaders and New Categories
- 🌟 Lady Gaga leads the nominations with 12 nods, followed by Bruno Mars (11) and Kendrick Lamar (10).
- 🎶 Sabrina Carpenter and Blackpink's Rosé each received eight nominations.
- 🤠 A new "Best Country" category has been added, reflecting the growing influence of country artists like Morgan Wallen.
Special Appearances and Awards
- 🎤 Mariah Carey will return to the VMA stage for the first time in two decades to perform and receive the Video Vanguard Award.
- 💿 This award coincides with the release of her first album in seven years, suggesting a performance medley of new and classic hits.
- 🎸 A tribute to Ozzy Osbourne will feature performers like Steven Tyler and Joe Perry from Aerosmith, and Nuno Bettencourt.
Anticipated Performances
- ✨ Sabrina Carpenter and Doja Cat are highlighted for their anticipated performances, noted for Carpenter's humor and Doja Cat's unique, bizarre style.
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