MTV has officially revealed the highly anticipated nominees for the 2025 Video Music Awards—an event that promises to honor the most impactful music videos and artists of the past year. The nominations reflect a stellar blend of genre-crossing talent, groundbreaking artistry, and global star power.
Lady Gaga Reigns Supreme with 12 Nods
Topping the nominations list is none other than Lady Gaga, who earned a remarkable 12 nominations across both headline and technical categories. Her recognition spans prestigious categories like Artist of the Year, Video of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year, alongside honors for Visual Effects and Cinematography.
Bruno Mars and Kendrick Lamar Trail Closely
Hot on her heels is Bruno Mars with 11 nominations, including some for collaborative works like “Die with a Smile” with Gaga and “APT.” with ROSÉ. Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar secured 10 nominations, reflecting his creative dominance with works such as “Not Like Us” and “luther.”
Standouts & Trailblazers Across the Board
The competition is nothing short of electric. ROSÉ (of BLACKPINK) and Sabrina Carpenter each earned eight nominations, while Ariana Grande and The Weeknd followed with seven apiece. Meanwhile, Billie Eilish earned six nominations; Charli XCX earned five. Artists like Bad Bunny, Doechii, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll, Miley Cyrus, and Tate McRae each received four nods.
Pioneering First-Time Nominees & New Categories
The VMAs this year showcase inclusive expansion, introducing two new fan-voted categories: Best Pop Artist and Best Country. Fresh faces such as Alex Warren, Blake Shelton, Gigi Perez, Lainey Wilson, and the late Mac Miller — honored posthumously — made the nominee list for the first time.
