Jennifer Lopez is set to host and perform at the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs), marking her second time leading the show after her 2015 debut. The event will air live from Las Vegas on Monday, May 26, 2025, on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. The AMAs, known as the world’s largest fan-voted music awards, will honor top artists and include a tribute to U.S. troops and veterans as part of its new Memorial Day broadcast tradition.
Lopez’s AMA History
Lopez first hosted the AMAs in 2015, opening the show with a high-energy performance of Waiting for Tonight followed by a dance medley of 14 hit songs. Over her career, she has performed at the awards more than 10 times and won three AMAs: Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist (2003) and Favorite Latin Artist (2007, 2011). She also made history in 2001 as the only female artist to simultaneously top the Billboard 200 album chart (J.Lo) and box office rankings (The Wedding Planner).
Show Relaunch After Hiatus
The 2025 ceremony marks the return of the AMAs after a 2.5-year hiatus. The last regular show aired in November 2022, hosted by comedian Wayne Brady. This year’s event also signals a network shift from ABC (which aired the AMAs from 1974 to 2022) to CBS. The move to Memorial Day replaces the show’s previous November schedule, aiming to kick off summer with a mix of music celebrations and tributes to military personnel.
Global Broadcast Details
The AMAs will stream live on Paramount+ for subscribers with the Showtime tier, while Paramount+ Essential users can watch on-demand the next day. The show will also air globally across TV and digital platforms, though specific international channels remain unannounced. Dick Clark Productions, which produces the AMAs, emphasized Lopez’s role in revitalizing the event:
“Jennifer’s incredible talent and incomparable stage presence make her the ideal host. She will bring her one-of-a-kind energy to the official kick off celebration of summer.” — Jay Penske, CEO of Dick Clark Productions.
Tribute to Veterans
For the first time, the AMAs will incorporate a Memorial Day theme, recognizing U.S. troops and veterans. The shift aligns with the show’s broader rebranding efforts after previous scheduling changes: it aired in January/February from 1974–2003 and October/November from 2003–2022.
50th Anniversary Tease
Lopez hinted at her 2025 hosting role during the AMAs’ 50th-anniversary special in October 2024, where she reflected on her first performance at the 2001 ceremony:
“The energy in the room was very electric.” .
The anniversary special featured tributes from stars like Carrie Underwood and Mariah Carey but postponed the main awards to 2025.
The 2025 American Music Awards air live on May 26 at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT on CBS and Paramount+.
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Sources: Deadline
