From stunning red carpet fashion and jaw-dropping performances to emotional acceptance speeches and unexpected winners, the 2025 MTV VMAs delivered a night of iconic pop culture moments that will be talked about all year.
MTV VMAs 2025 The most-awaited star-studded 2025 MTV Video Music Awards kicked off on Sunday, September 7, at the UBS Arena in New York. Several A-list celebrities turned heads at the red carpet of the biggest event in the music industry. Viewers witnessed the first Moon Persons awards, a heartwarming family moment with the Osbournes, Lady Gaga’s electrifying performance and several more memorable moments at the MTV VMAs. The ceremony was hosted by LL Cool J.
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First K-pop artist to win MTV VMAs Song of the Year Blackpink member Rosé has recently created history by becoming the first K-pop artist to win Song of the Year. She won the First Solo Moonperson for Song of the Year for her collaboration with Bruno Mars, Apt.
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Ozzy Osbourne tribute Legendary late singer Ozzy Osbourne received a tribute at the MTV VMAs 2025. Jack Osbourne and his four daughters, all wearing "Ozzy" T-shirts, appeared at the MTV VMAs through a video message. They introduced the Ozzy Osbourne tribute performance to his late father and metal icon, who died in July at 76 years old. Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Yungblud and Nuno Bettencourt then honoured the Black Sabbath rocker with his greatest hits. (Image Credit: Reuters)
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Delays concert for MTV VMAs Lady Gaga won the MTV VMAs' first on-air award of the night, Artist of the Year. The singer notably delayed her concerts at New York City's Madison Square Garden to accept the award. She won a competitive category, which included the likes of Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Taylor Swift and The Weeknd. She won in four categories, including Best Collaboration, Best Direction and Best Art Direction. (Image Credit: Reuters)
Ariana Grande’s Video of the Year Ariana Grande took home the MTV VMAs' biggest honour of the night, Video of the Year. She also won the Best Pop award for Brighter Days Ahead. The singer delivered an emotional acceptance speech thanking her fans. She said, "I'm so grateful I get to do this with my life.” (Image Credit: Reuters)
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Lady Gaga performs Wednesday season 2’s The Dead Dance Lady Gaga surprised the viewers with a pre-recorded performance from her Saturday night tour stop at Madison Square Garden in New York City, despite not being able to sing live at the UBS Arena on Sunday. Gaga performed Abracadabra from Mayhem and her most recent single, The Dead Dance, which was made available on Netflix along with Wednesday season 2. (Image Credit: Reuters)
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Busta Rhymes pays tribute to Ananda Lewis and LL Cool J Rapper and record producer Busta Rhymes won the inaugural MTV VMA Rock the Bells Visionary Award. He dedicated his award to LL Cool J for inspiring him to write his first rap lyrics. Busta also paid tribute to the late MTV VJ Ananda Lewis, who died in June at 52 years old after first being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020. (Image Credit: Reuters)
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Sabrina Carpenter includes ‘Protect Trans Rights’ sign Sabrina Carpenter used her first performance of her song Tears to promote transgender rights during Sunday night's 2025 MTV Video Music Awards. The lively performance was held on an outdoor stage that was designed to look like the streets of New York City in the 1990s. She was joined by drag queens Honey Balenciaga, Symone, Dashaun Wesley, Richie Shazam, Jewels Sparkles, Lexi Love, Jonte' Moaning, and Denali on the stage. (Image Credit: Reuters)
Mariah Carey receives her first VMA Mariah Carey has officially received her first-ever MTV Video Music Award on Sunday night. The Grammy-winning superstar singer was honoured with the Video Vanguard Award. The singer has been nominated for eight VMAs over the years but this marks the first time she had won any. (Image Credit: Reuters)
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Kpop Demon Hunters at MTV VMAs Kpop Demon Hunters’ The ladies of Huntrix have made it to the VMAs stage. Singers EJAE, Rei Ami and Audrey Nuna, who voice the characters of Rumi, Zoey and Mira in the hit Netflix and Sony Animation movie, presented the album of the year award to Sabrina Carpenter for Short ‘N Sweet.
![Ozzy Osbourne tribute Legendary late singer Ozzy Osbourne received a tribute at the MTV VMAs 2025. Jack Osbourne and his four daughters, all wearing "Ozzy" T-shirts, appeared at the MTV VMAs through a video message. They introduced the Ozzy Osbourne tribute performance to his late father and metal icon, who died in July at 76 years old. Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Yungblud and Nuno Bettencourt then honoured the Black Sabbath rocker with his greatest hits. (Image Credit: Reuters)](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/09/20250908093752_ps-osborne.jpg "Ozzy Osbourne tribute Legendary late singer Ozzy Osbourne received a tribute at the MTV VMAs 2025. Jack Osbourne and his four daughters, all wearing "Ozzy" T-shirts, appeared at the MTV VMAs through a video message. They introduced the Ozzy Osbourne tribute performance to his late father and metal icon, who died in July at 76 years old. Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Yungblud and Nuno Bettencourt then honoured the Black Sabbath rocker with his greatest hits. (Image Credit: Reuters)")
![Ariana Grande’s Video of the Year Ariana Grande took home the MTV VMAs' biggest honour of the night, Video of the Year. She also won the Best Pop award for Brighter Days Ahead. The singer delivered an emotional acceptance speech thanking her fans. She said, "I'm so grateful I get to do this with my life.” (Image Credit: Reuters)](https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2025/09/20250908093745_ps-grande.jpg "Ariana Grande’s Video of the Year Ariana Grande took home the MTV VMAs' biggest honour of the night, Video of the Year. She also won the Best Pop award for Brighter Days Ahead. The singer delivered an emotional acceptance speech thanking her fans. She said, "I'm so grateful I get to do this with my life.” (Image Credit: Reuters)")
