Singer Mariah Carey graced the stage of 2025 VMAs and performed a medley of her all-time greatest hits and proudly accepted the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. What grabbed everyone's attention was her dazzling $10 million worth diamond necklace and earrings.
Her music took centre stage during the evening, but her dazzling $10 million jewellery stole the show.
Before revealing a corseted, gold crystal-studded bodysuit and matching glittering boots, the 56-year-old diva first made an appearance wearing a champagne-colored silk robe with feather trim.
With the stunning "Rosée Éternelle" diamond necklace and chandelier earrings from Levuma, Carey made sure that everyone was watching her perform even though she didn't walk the red carpet. The suit took over 600 hours to create and included an incredible 204.38 carats of platinum-set diamonds.
After receiving the prestigious award from Ariana Grande, Mariah said in her acceptance speech, "Music videos are my way of life, of bringing music to my own life,” she continued.
“Many movies, visiualizing the sheer fantasy of it all. And let’s be honest. Sometimes there’s just an excuse to bring the drama and do things I wouldn’t do in real life, like going in drag for ‘Obsessed,’ playing my alter ego Bianca in ‘Heartbreaker,’ escaping the mob in ‘Honey’ with a hot guy to a remote island — well that one really wasn’t much of a stretch, but it happened. Anyway, after all this time, I learned music evolves, music evolves, but fun? That is eternal.”
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Ariana Grande's presentation of Carey's long-overdue career honour added to the moment's significance. Mariah joked, "I can't believe I'm getting my first VMA tonight," as she accepted the award. What were you waiting for, Sam Hill? The crowd erupted in applause, acknowledging her unmatched legacy.
Carey's performance on her iconic classics like Heartbreaker, Like That, We Belong Together, Dreamlover among others, took everyone down the nostalgic road.
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