Lady Gaga Leads 2025 MTV VMAs Nominations with 12 nods

The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) will take place on September 7 at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, marking the first time the event will be broadcast on CBS alongside MTV and streaming on Paramount+. Lady Gaga leads the nominations with 12, followed by Bruno Mars with 11, and Kendrick Lamar with 10; notable nominees also include Ariana Grande, The Weeknd, Billie Eilish, and K-pop stars such as Rosé and BTS' Jimin. New categories introduced this year are Best Pop Artist and Best Country Video, reflecting broader genre representation. Nigerian Afrobeats artists like Burna Boy, Rema, and Wizkid have significant presence, especially in the Best Afrobeats category, underscoring the genre's global impact. The highly competitive Video of the Year nominees feature collaborations among top artists, and the Song of the Year category showcases a diverse range of styles and moods, from emotional ballads to upbeat anthems. Fan voting is open with opportunities for double votes during designated periods, emphasizing audience engagement in the awards process.