Jennifer Lopez Suffers Facial Injury During American Music Awards Rehearsals

Jennifer Lopez sustained a facial injury, including a cut on the bridge of her nose and bruising, during rehearsals for the 2025 American Music Awards, which she will both host and perform at on May 26. She shared images on Instagram showing her injury and thanked Dr. Diamond for stitching her up, assuring fans that after a week of rest and ice, she was recovering well and ready to return to the stage. This event marks Lopez's return as an AMAs host for the first time since 2015 and her first performance since canceling her 2024 North American tour to focus on family following her split from Ben Affleck. The 2025 AMAs will air live from Las Vegas on CBS and Paramount+, featuring other notable moments such as Janet Jackson’s return to television performance and Kendrick Lamar leading with 10 nominations. Lopez reflected on her long history with the AMAs, recalling her first performance in 2001 and her 2011 Favorite Latin Artist win, highlighting the significance of this hosting opportunity. Despite the recent challenges, Lopez’s resilience and star power are expected to deliver a memorable show.