The 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs) took place at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, hosted by Jennifer Lopez. South African singer Tyla clinched the Best Afrobeats award, beating top Nigerian contenders Asake, Tems, Wizkid, and Rema.
Billie Eilish dominated the night with seven wins, including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year. Eminem made a major comeback with two wins, his first AMA victories in 15 years.
Other notable winners included:
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Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – Collaboration of the Year
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Bruno Mars – Favorite Male Pop Artist
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Lady Gaga – Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist
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Megan Thee Stallion – Favorite Female Hip-Hop Artist
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Kendrick Lamar – Favorite Hip-Hop Song
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Beyoncé – Favorite Female Country Artist & Album
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The Weeknd – Favorite Male R&B Artist & Album
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Bad Bunny – Favorite Male Latin Artist & Album
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Shakira – Favorite Latin Song
Biggest Snubs: Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande went home empty-handed despite multiple nominations.
Performers included JLo, Janet Jackson, Gwen Stefani, Rod Stewart, and Benson Boone.
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