Mariah Carey Receives Icon Award at iHeartRadio Music Awards

Mariah Carey received the prestigious Icon Award at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards, where she captivated the audience with a blend of humor and heartfelt gratitude during her acceptance speech. She joked about lighting, saying, 'I don’t like bad lighting,' before expressing her excitement about hearing her songs on the radio. Carey paid tribute to her late mother, Patricia Carey, thanking her for the 'gift of music' and acknowledging her fans for their loyalty throughout her career. The ceremony featured musical tributes from Tori Kelly and Muni Long, who performed Carey's hits. Other notable awards included Gracie Abrams winning Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Taylor Swift receiving the Tour of the Century Award. The star-studded event highlighted Carey's significant contributions to music and her enduring popularity.