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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
See the Best Dressed Stars on the 2025 AMAs Red Carpet!
Stars are bringing the heat to the 2025 American Music Awards. For the 51st installment of the awards show, stars descended on Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Memorial Day to celebrate the biggest names in music, and brought their fashion A-game on the 99-degree day. From Ciara and Reneé Rapp to Shaboozey and Rod Stewart, see all the stars who made a statement on the red carpet. The red carpet was just the start of many major moments expected throughout the night. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up to date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Jennifer Lopez returns as host for the first time since 2015. Kendrick Lamar leads nominations with 10, while Post Malone has eight and Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan and Shaboozey each have seven. There ceremony will have a host of extra-special tributes as Zac Brown will receive the inaugural Veterans Voice Award, while Janet Jackson will be honored with the ICON Award and Rod Stewart with the Lifetime Achievement Award. First-time nominee Benson Boone will be among the performers, as will veterans Gwen Stefani, Gloria Estefan and Lainey Wilson. And there's no shortage of star power on the presenters list, which includes Ciara, Heidi Klum, Jordan Chiles, Machine Gun Kelly, Megan Moroney and Shaboozey, to name a few. Tune in on CBS and Paramount+. But first, see the best dressed stars of the night below. Ciara, who's presenting, jazzed up a strapless chainmail dress with towering platforms. Tiffany Haddish, also a presenter, was a vision in a bright blue, floor-skimming gown with a hood and plunging neckline. Presenter Shaboozey is summoning Hot Guy Summer in a custom Etro look (complete with a check wool jacket and matching chaps) and David Yurman jewelry. Performer Reneé Rapp rocked a dramatic blazer dress with a deep V-neck and a sexy front slit. Before she hit the stage for her performance, Lainey Wilson added some flower power to her signature suiting on the red carpet, choosing an embroidered blazer and pants plus a matching cape. Rod Stewart hit the carpet before receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award in a brocade suit and embellished shoes. Megan Moroney, who's presenting, showed off her glow in a halter gown featuring an embellished bandeau top and a cutout skirt. Rebecca Black leaned into bridal style in a short ivory dress, heels and a monogrammed veil. Machine Gun Kelly wore a classic black-and-white 'fit right down to his Converse Chuck Taylor All Stars to present at the show. Gloria Estefan, who's performing, put her spin on the 3D floral dress trend in a rose-red gown with blooms on along her neckline and sleeves. Alix Earle selected a curve-hugging black dress with a scoop neckline and a cutout back. The presenter completed her look with KWIAT jewelry and sandals with an embellished buckle. Benson Boone suited up in emerald green and a white top with a tie neckline for his first trip to the ceremony. He accessorized with David Yurman jewelry. Nikki Glaser, who's also presenting, stepped out in a black, corseted Yara Shoemaker midi dress and pointy black pumps. Read the original article on People
Newsweek
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
How To Watch 2025 American Music Awards: Live Stream The AMAs, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The American Music Awards are returning after a three-year break and will air live on Wednesday across the country from the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. Hosted by Jennifer Lopez and beginning at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT on CBS. LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 09: Jennifer Lopez performs onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 09: Jennifer Lopez performs onstage during the 2018 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on October 9, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. Phillip Faraone/WireImage/Getty Images CBS has teased plans to pay tribute to America's troops, making it more than just a music awards show; it's a celebration of service and sound. Part of that tribute includes the Veterans Voice Award, which will be awarded to Zac Brown for his ongoing work supporting veterans. How to Watch the 2025 American Music Awards: Date: Sunday, May 26, 2025 Time: 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT Channel: CBS Stream: Fubo (Try it Free!) The 2025 AMAs will be full of tributes and performances that you won't want to miss. Janet Jackson will receive the prestigious Icon Award, recognizing her decades-long impact on pop culture, dance, and music. Rod Stewart will be honored for his lifetime achievement, proving the classics never go out of style. Kendrick Lamar leads the pack at this year's show with 10 nominations, showcasing his impact across multiple major categories. Post Malone is right behind with eight nominations, while Billie Eilish, breakout alt-pop star Chappell Roan, and genre-crossing artist Shaboozey are all in the mix with seven nominations each. Kendrick Lamar performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in New York City on June 11, 2023. Kendrick Lamar performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in New York City on June 11, 2023. Photo by YUKI IWAMURA/AFP via Getty Images 2025 American Music Awards Nominees Artist of the Year: Ariana Grande Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Kendrick Lamar Morgan Wallen Post Malone Sabrina Carpenter SZA Taylor Swift Zach Bryan New Artist of the Year: Benson Boone Chappell Roan Gracie Abrams Shaboozey Teddy Swims Tommy Richman Album of the Year: Beyoncé Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Charli XCX Gracie Abrams Future and Metro Boomin Kendrick Lamar Post Malone Sabrina Carpenter Taylor Swift Song of the Year: Benson Boone Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Hozier Kendrick Lamar Lady Gaga Bruno Mars Post Malone Morgan Wallen Sabrina Carpenter Shaboozey Teddy Swims Performers: Benson Boone Blake Shelton Gloria Estefan Janet Jackson Jennifer Lopez Reneé Rapp Gwen Stefani Lainey Wilson Rod Stewart Becky G Manuel Turizo Alex Warren Live stream the 2025 American Music Awards on fuboTV: Start your subscription now! If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
New York Post
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How to watch the 2025 AMAs live for free: Time, streaming, nominations
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Before the holiday weekend is over, it's time for the 2025 American Music Awards. The fan-voted ceremony will air live from Las Vegas tonight, making its TV return after three years off the air. It will air for the first time on CBS, and was moved from its typical November date to Memorial Day. CBS indicated that there is a plan in place to 'pay tribute to our country's troops.' Part of that will likely be the Veterans Voice Award honor, going to Zac Brown for his work with veterans. Tonight, Janet Jackson will receive the Icon Award, while Rod Stewart is honored for his lifetime achievement in music. Kendrick Lamar leads all nominees tonight with 10, while Post Malone follows closely behind with eight. Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, and Shaboozey all recorded seven nominations. what to know about the 2025 AMAs Date and time: May 26, 8 p.m. ET May 26, 8 p.m. ET Venue: Fontainebleau Las Vegas (Las Vegas, Nevada) Fontainebleau Las Vegas (Las Vegas, Nevada) Channel: CBS CBS Streaming: DIRECTV (five days free), Paramount+ (seven days free) Here's everything you need to know to tune in to the American Music Awards tonight without cable (for free, too, we might add). What time are the 2025 AMAs on tonight? The 2025 American Music Awards start at 8 p.m. ET tonight, May 26. How to watch and stream the 2025 AMAs for free: To watch the AMAs for free, you'll need a live TV streaming service with a free trial. We recommend DIRECTV, which offers a five-day free trial for new subscribers and a number of different subscription options. When the trial is over, you'll pay as low as $59.99/month and gain access to 90+ live channels including CBS. You can also stream the AMAs for free with Hulu + Live TV (three days free) and Paramount+ with Showtime (one week free). Who is hosting the AMAs tonight? Jennifer Lopez will host the 51st AMAs; it marks her second time hosting after she emceed the 2015 awards. 2025 American Music Awards nominees: There will be 37 AMAs given out this year; these are a few of the top prizes, but you can check out a full list here. Artist of the Year: Ariana Grande Billie Eilish Chappell Roan Kendrick Lamar Morgan Wallen Post Malone Sabrina Carpenter SZA Taylor Swift Zach Bryan New Artist of the Year: Benson Boone Chappell Roan Gracie Abrams Shaboozey Teddy Swims Tommy Richman Album of the Year: Beyoncé – 'Cowboy Carter' Billie Eilish – 'Hit Me Hard and Soft' Chappell Roan – 'The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess' Charli XCX – 'Brat' Gracie Abrams – 'The Secret of Us' Future and Metro Boomin – 'We Don't Trust You' Kendrick Lamar – 'GNX' Post Malone – 'F-1 Trillion' Sabrina Carpenter – 'Short n' Sweet' Taylor Swift – 'The Tortured Poets Department' Song of the Year: Benson Boone – 'Beautiful Things' Billie Eilish – 'Birds of a Feather' Chappell Roan – 'Good Luck, Babe!' Hozier – 'Too Sweet' Kendrick Lamar – 'Not Like Us' Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars – 'Die with a Smile' Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen – 'I Had Some Help' Sabrina Carpenter – 'Espresso' Shaboozey – 'A Bar Song (Tipsy)' Teddy Swims – 'Lose Control' Who is performing at the 2025 AMAs? Here's who you can expect to see take the stage throughout the night. Benson Boone Blake Shelton Gloria Estefan Janet Jackson Jennifer Lopez Reneé Rapp Gwen Stefani Lainey Wilson Rod Stewart Becky G and Manuel Turizo Alex Warren Why Trust Post Wanted by the New York Post This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Writer/Reporter for Post Wanted Shopping and New York Post's streaming property, Decider. Angela keeps readers up to date with cord-cutter-friendly deals, and information on how to watch your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and movies on each streaming service. Not only does Angela test and compare the streaming services she writes about to ensure readers are getting the best prices, but she's also a superfan specializing in the intersection of shopping, tech, sports, and pop culture. Prior to joining Decider and New York Post in 2023, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews
Epoch Times
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
Country Singer Zac Brown to Receive Veterans Voice Award at 2025 AMAs
Zac Brown, frontman of the Grammy Award-winning country rock group the Zac Brown Band, has dedicated much of his career to serving veterans. In 2011, the singer-songwriter launched Camp Southern Ground, a retreat center based in Fayetteville, Georgia, that offers a variety of programs for former military personnel and children. He also regularly invites vets on stage during his shows to help raise awareness for the men and women who have risked their lives for this country. Brown's unwavering support of the veteran community hasn't gone unnoticed. On Memorial Day, the 46-year-old musician will be honored at the 2025 American Music Awards with the inaugural Veterans Voice Award, given to artists who have used their platforms to make meaningful, lasting impacts on the lives of veterans. 'This award means a lot to me because of the awareness that it's going to create for our veterans programs,' Brown 'The more people that are aware of how deserving these incredible people are, the more help that we can bring to them,' he added. Related Stories 3/1/2025 2/15/2025 'They're such incredible, dynamic people that make a lot of sacrifices, from their family, the quality of their family life when they return home, their mental wellness, all of those things, so that we can be free and able to be here.' The award will be presented by the Easy Day Foundation, a Las Vegas-based nonprofit founded by Frank Fertitta IV and Landon Gyulay in 2023 that supports veterans in their transition to civilian life. The AMAs, which will air live on May 26 during Military Appreciation Month on CBS and Paramount+, partnered with the organization to highlight the work of former and current military members, all while raising funds for the veteran community. Fertitta told The Epoch Times that presenting the Veterans Voice Award to Brown will be a major highlight of the show. 'We'll also showcase inspiring stories directly from Veterans and active-duty service members, people whose courage defines what this country stands for,' Fertitta said. Viewers can also expect to see 'powerful performances tied into the theme of service, resilience, and unity,' Gyulay added. 'What's most important to us is that Veterans aren't just being talked about, they're being included, front and center. This show is for them. And we hope it sparks a wave of compassion and commitment that lasts far beyond the broadcast.'
Fox News
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
Country star Zac Brown credits military with providing 'American dream' as he's honored for work with veterans
Print Close By Brie Stimson Published May 22, 2025 Zac Brown is aware of the many sacrifices made by service members and their families. It's why he meets with veterans before his shows and honors them onstage. "They're such incredible people," Brown told Fox News Digital. "Their stories are so inspiring, and getting to bring them up on stage and share just a moment of gratitude with them for that entire crowd, and everyone in the crowd cheering them on and just reminding them that all of their sacrifices are appreciated. I have lots of friends that are in the military. I've lived with a lot of them over the years, and they're just really, truly incredible people. They have the ultimate servant's heart." On Memorial Day, Brown will be honored at the American Music Awards by the Easy Day Foundation with the inaugural Veterans Voice Award for his "unwavering support to the veteran community." "This award means a lot to me because of the awareness that it's going to create for our veterans programs," Brown explained to Fox News Digital. "The more people that are aware of how deserving that these incredible people are, the more help that we can bring to them. VETERANS DAY: DENNIS QUAID, TRACE ADKINS AMONG HOLLYWOOD STARS HONORING OUR MILITARY "They're such incredible, dynamic people that make a lot of sacrifices from their family, the quality of their family life when they return home, their mental wellness, all of those things so that we can be free and able to be here." Brown says many people don't even think of the sacrifices made by service members "just so we can live in such an amazing country where we feel safe. It's an honor and privilege to get to serve them back." The country star founded a camp in Georgia that serves veterans and children more than a decade ago. "We do 34 weeks of veteran programs," he told Fox News Digital. "We serve Bernie Marcus' program Warrior Path at our camp. We were one of the first campuses to be chosen to serve their program. They help with transition to and from service and help serve those with PTSD and other challenges that they find when they come home. And they help them find community and purpose and what their new chapter is going to be like." The camp also has the Warrior Song program through which "we help them to tell their story, which they may not be comfortable telling a civilian. But they get to tell their story with some amazing talented songwriters so that they can sing their story or can play it back to someone and help to share that part of them and get it out of the shadows because a lot of them carry that weight around that they're only willing to share with other fellow soldiers." Camp Southern Ground also hosts a family camp, which Brown says helps service members "see their family as their unit when they come back." "It helps them to have tools. It helps them to be with other veterans and their families as well, and they spend time learning how to see their family as their unit and have the tools to integrate together so that they can have a successful marriage and successful parenthood so that they themselves are well," he explained. "I'm really, really proud of all the things that we're doing there." LEE GREENWOOD ON AMERICA'S VETERANS AND PRIDE IN OUR COUNTRY: 'I HAVE GREAT FAITH' The Veterans Voice Award was created to highlight artists like Brown, who are using their platforms to help veterans. The "Chicken Fried" singer says it's difficult to single out a personal story a service member has told him because he's heard so many amazing anecdotes. "My friend Ollie told me a story about how he thinks about things and how he doesn't ever want his demons to be behind him. He wants them to be chained down in front of him so he can see them and know when they're trying to pull up and get out of their chains, and he knows that he can be aware of that," Brown said. "It's an everyday choice to conquer those things." Other veterans have also told him how much his music meant to them while they were serving. "Our active duty and our veterans provide our security so that we can do that, so that we can live the American dream." — Zac Brown "I've been over several times to play for USO, to play in Iraq and Afghanistan and Kuwait and going out to some of those Ford operating bases where they have not seen anyone that reminds them of home for a really long amount of time," he said. "Some of them had just lost one of their members to an (improvised explosive device), and they were painting his name on a tank when we got there." The band ended up filming the music video for its song "Free" at that base. GARY SINISE HOPES VETERANS SEE HIS NEW MOVIE, 'BROTHERS AFTER WAR' "As soon as we got our guitars out and the speakers out, and we started playing music, it was like a light came on in their eyes and reminded them of what they're fighting for and what they're doing," he explains. "The things that we ask of them. We spent 10 days over there, and they give years and years of sacrifice for our country so that we can be free here and enjoy our lives. Those stories and remembering being around those incredible people, it moves me, and it's important to give thanks and gratitude to the people that protect us." It's especially significant that Brown will be honored on Memorial Day. "It's important that Americans pause on Memorial Day because a lot of people have fought and died and suffered for our freedom, and I'm grateful that the American Music Awards and Easy Day Foundation are making a point of recognizing this during Monday's event," he said. "People can complain about America, complain about whatever, but they haven't gone and lived in other countries," he added. "Most of them haven't gone to live and see what it's like in some of the other places in the world. In America, there are challenges with anything that you're going to do and accomplish, but you can do things here that you cannot do anywhere else." He says people in the United States can "live that American dream no matter what background you're from, no matter what your history was, to create an amazing life for yourself," adding that veterans provide security "so that we can live the American dream. "People can complain about America, complain about whatever, but they haven't gone and lived in other countries." — Zac Brown "Getting to make music for a living is one of the greatest things in my life," he said. "It's such a privilege to get to do what I love to do. And I wouldn't be able to do that if we didn't have the freedoms here that we have and that is due to our veterans and our service people." Brown says his personal connections to the military go "really deep," adding "it's an honor getting to sit down and hear their stories," like Joe Maynard's story about launching a knife company. DONNY OSMOND SAYS UNITED STATES OWES ITS GREATNESS TO MILITARY VETERANS 'PERIOD, FULL STOP' "My buddy Joe Hartbank, who I lived with, to Joe Maynard, who is an incredible guy. He had to do a lot of things that he still kind of suffers from at times, but seeing him find purpose and being able to be a friend for him, getting to lead him into making knives and finding new purpose into things," he explained. "He does all kinds of things now, but such an incredible guy." Hartbank gave Brown a medal he won for saving troops who were under fire in an ambush because of what Brown's music, especially the song "Natural Disaster," meant to him. "It's a privilege to get to know these people," Brown said. "I invite anybody that has a heart for veterans and heart for kids to learn more about Camp Southern Ground. If you don't have a higher purpose other than yourself in your life that you're contributing to, you need to find something like this. and if you want to join forces with us, we'd love to have you." "It's such a privilege to get to do what I love to do, and I wouldn't be able to do that if we didn't have the freedoms here that we have. And that is due to our veterans and our service people." — Zac Brown "It's so much more than a camp," he said. "It's on a university level of quality, the build and everything like that. We've got an incredible staff. We learn every single year about how to be better. It's a privilege to be recognized, but it's a privilege to share the awareness of these things so that we can all figure out how to help each other. God bless America. God bless the people that protect us there." The American Music Awards' collaboration with the Easy Day Foundation, an organization that provides support to veterans transitioning back into military life, will also include two performances and inspirational stories from active-duty service members and veterans. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Money raised for the Easy Day Foundation will also benefit other veterans organizations across the country, including the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Boot Campaign, Congressional Medal of Honor Society, Fisher House, The Folded Flag Foundation, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Team Rubicon and UNLV's Military and Veteran Services Center. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Easy Day Foundation and its partners. A portion of audience seating at the AMAs will also be reserved for veterans. Print Close URL
