American Music Awards Kick Off Summer with Star-Studded Lineup The 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs) are set to air tonight, marking the unofficial start of summer with a celebration of music and a lineup of high-profile performances. The show, hosted by Queen Latifah, will feature appearances from Billy Idol, Keith Urban, Teyana Taylor, and a host of other artists. The event will broadcast live on CBS television stations and stream on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The AMAs, known as the world’s largest fan-voted awards show, will conclude voting for most categories earlier this month. However, fans can still cast votes online or via Instagram for the social song of the year and tour of the year categories until the first half hour of the show. Queen Latifah, returning to the AMAs stage after co-hosting in 1995 and performing over the years, will lead the ceremony. Taylor Swift, the most decorated artist in AMA history with 40 wins, is nominated for artist of the year and best female pop artist. She is joined by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and Sombr, each receiving seven nominations. The awards ceremony will also highlight performances by several iconic acts, including Billy Idol, who will receive a lifetime achievement award and perform a medley of his classic hits. Keith Urban will debut a track from his upcoming yacht rock album Flow State, while Teyana Taylor, who recently won a Golden Globe for her role in One Battle After Another, will perform a medley from her album Escape Room. The show will also feature performances by Hootie and the Blowfish, New Kids on the Block, and The Pussycat Dolls, with a guest appearance by Busta Rhymes. K-pop superstars BTS will make a special appearance at the AMAs, marking their first awards show performance in four years.#american_music_awards #queen_latifah #billy_idol #keith_urban #tayana_taylor
The 52nd American Music Awards Set for Memorial Day Broadcast The 52nd American Music Awards will air live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, marking the largest venue in the show’s history. The event, hosted by Golden Globe, Grammy, and Emmy award-winning actress, producer, and musician Queen Latifah, will broadcast at 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT on CBS and Paramount+. The show will feature a mix of performances, awards, and special segments, celebrating the most influential artists and songs of the year. Presenters for the event include Alysa Liu, Anthony Ramos, EJAE, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, Hannah Berner, Hilary Duff, Jason Derulo, John Legend, Lisa Rinna, Ludacris, Mariah the Scientist, Matt Rife, Megan Stalter, Paul W. Downs, Melanie Martinez, Nikki Glaser, Paula Abdul, REI AMI, Russell Dickerson, and more. A special live appearance by the K-pop group BTS will also be part of the broadcast. Performers will include Billy Idol, KAROL G, Darius Rucker, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, New Kids on the Block, The Pussycat Dolls, Busta Rhymes, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor, and Twenty One Pilots. The ceremony will kick off summer with a star-studded lineup, emphasizing cross-genre and cross-generational music. The event will also highlight the legacy of Queen Latifah, who previously co-hosted the AMAs in 1995. A dedicated segment will feature the “ET Vault Unlocked: Queen Latifah” special on Entertainment Tonight, celebrating her iconic career ahead of the broadcast. A key focus of the night will be the Veterans Voice Award, presented by USAA’s Honor Through Action initiative. Darius Rucker, a lifetime achievement award recipient, will receive the honor for his longstanding support of military communities.#las_vegas #cbs #american_music_awards #mgm_grand_garden_arena #queen_latifah
52nd American Music Awards Set for Las Vegas: Taylor Swift, BTS, and More to Shine The 52nd American Music Awards are set to take place in Las Vegas, with the MGM Grand Garden Arena serving as the stage for performances, surprise appearances, and a star-studded lineup. Hosted by Queen Latifah, the ceremony will feature a mix of established and rising artists, including Karol G, Hootie & the Blowfish, Keith Urban, Katseye, Maluma, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor, and Twenty One Pilots. Presenters range from musicians like Hilary Duff and Ludacris to actors such as Meg Stalter and Paul W. Downs, comedians like Nikki Glaser and Matt Rife, and a few unexpected connections that will spark curiosity among fans. Taylor Swift, the most-nominated artist with eight entries, will not attend the ceremony despite leading the nominations. Her accolades include Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for The Life of a Showgirl, and Song of the Year for “The Fate of Ophelia.” She already holds the record for the most AMA wins in history with 40 trophies. While she is absent, the night will spotlight other contenders, including Morgan Wallen, who trails closely in nominations but has historically shied away from awards shows. The event will also honor groundbreaking moments in music history. Billy Idol, a newly announced Rock Hall inductee, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award, marking his first-ever AMA performance. Darius Rucker of Hootie & the Blowfish will be recognized with the Veterans Voice Award, celebrating his advocacy for veterans and service members. Meanwhile, BTS will make their first awards show appearance in four years, following their hiatus for solo projects and mandatory South Korean military service.#bts #karol_g #american_music_awards #mgm_grand_garden_arena #queen_latifah
Taylor Swift Leads 2026 American Music Awards Nominations: Full List Taylor Swift, the most decorated artist in the history of the American Music Awards (AMAs), with 40 trophies to her name, leads the nominations for the 2026 ceremony with eight nods. Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and sombr follow closely with seven nominations each, while Alex Warren and Lady Gaga each secure six. Swift’s dominance positions her to further solidify her place as the all-time leader in AMA wins, currently holding 40 titles. Michael Jackson remains second with 24, followed by Alabama (23) and Whitney Houston (21). Justin Bieber, with four nominations this year, is also poised to climb the all-time AMA leaderboard. The pop star has won 18 awards and could tie Kenny Rogers for the second-most wins among male artists if he claims even one award this year. Dean and sombr, both first-time AMA nominees, are competing in three categories: new artist of the year, song of the year, and breakthrough album of the year. The pair faced off for best new artist at the 2026 Grammy Awards, with Dean emerging victorious. Other first-time nominees include Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, PinkPantheress, RAYE, Role Model, Sienna Spiro, and Tate McRae. Teyana Taylor makes her debut as an AMA nominee this year for best female R&B artist. The actress and singer is on a strong awards trajectory, having received an Oscar nomination (and Golden Globe win) for best supporting actress in One Battle After Another, a Grammy nod for best R&B album for Escape Room, and an upcoming honor at the Billboard Women in Music 2026 event with the Visionary Award.#taylor_swift #morgan_wallen #olivia_dean #sabrina_carpenter #american_music_awards
52nd American Music Awards Nominations Unveiled: Taylor Swift Leads with Eight Nods Los Angeles, CA – April 14, 2026 – The 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs) nominations were officially announced today, with Taylor Swift taking the lead by securing eight nods. Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR followed closely behind, each earning seven nominations. The star-studded event, hosted by Queen Latifah, will air live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony will broadcast on CBS and Paramount+, marking the largest venue in the show’s history. Fan voting for the AMAs is now open, with ballots available via VoteAMAs.com and the @AMAs Instagram profile. Voting closes on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 11:59:59 PM PT, except for the Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year categories, which remain open until the first 30 minutes of the broadcast. The nominations are determined by key fan interactions, including streaming activity, album and song sales, radio airplay, and tour grosses. These metrics are tracked by Billboard and Luminate, the entertainment industry’s leading data partners, covering the eligibility period from March 21, 2025, to March 26, 2026. Tickets for the event are now available on AXS. The nominations highlight a mix of established and emerging artists. Olivia Dean and SOMBR, both first-time nominees, earned seven nods each, competing against one another in categories such as New Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, and Breakthrough Album of the Year. Other debutantes include Alex Warren, BigXthaPlug, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, PinkPantheress, RAYE, Role Model, SIENNA SPIRO, and Tate McRae. Teyana Taylor, known for her acting career, makes her AMAs debut as a nominee for Best Female R&B Artist.#taylor_swift #morgan_wallen #olivia_dean #sabrina_carpenter #american_music_awards
