MTV VMAs Honor Gaga, Carey, Martin With Icon Awards

The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards celebrated major musical icons and moments, with Lady Gaga leading the night as the top nominee and winning Artist of the Year. Gaga delivered a memorable performance featuring songs from her latest album “Mayhem” and emphasized the deeper meaning of artistry in connecting people worldwide. Ariana Grande won two awards, including Video of the Year and Best Pop Video, and paid tribute to Mariah Carey, who received her first Video Vanguard Award and performed a career-spanning medley. The show also highlighted significant firsts, such as Rosé being the first Korean artist nominated for Video of the Year and the VMAs airing live on CBS for the first time. Coldplay added to their legacy with a Rock Video category win, tying them for second-most wins in that category historically. Fashion was also a major highlight, with stars like Sabrina Carpenter and Tate McRae impressing on the red carpet.