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
