- J.Lo’s Kiss-Fest Steals the AMA Spotlight (and Sparks Debate)
Jennifer Lopez, the ever-dazzling host of the 2025 AMAs, didn’t just command the stage—she set tongues wagging with a steamy performance that included kissing both male and female dancers during her six-minute medley of 23 hits, from Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” to Beyoncé’s “Texas Hold ‘Em.” While J.Lo’s energy was undeniable, not everyone was impressed. Social media lit up with reactions, with one X user calling it “cringe” and another joking she’d “lost the plot.” Love her or not, J.Lo’s bold moves ensured all eyes were on her—especially after revealing a facial injury from rehearsals that required stitches. Oh, and did we mention she announced a new Las Vegas residency, “Up All Night Live In Las Vegas,” right after the show? Talk about multitasking! - Billie Eilish’s AMA Sweep: Seven Wins, Zero Stage Time
Billie Eilish was the undisputed queen of the AMAs, snagging all seven categories she was nominated for, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for Hit Me Hard and Soft, and Song of the Year for “Birds of a Feather.” But the 23-year-old pop sensation was noticeably absent, beaming in via video from her European tour to thank fans. Her clean sweep left nominees like Taylor Swift—who shockingly went home empty-handed despite six nominations—eating her dust. Is Billie’s reign unstoppable, or did the fan-voted awards snub some heavy hitters? - Janet Jackson and Sir Rod Stewart Steal Hearts with Iconic Moments
The AMAs weren’t just about the new kids on the block. Janet Jackson, honored with the Icon Award, delivered her first televised performance in seven years, a medley featuring “Someone to Call My Lover” and “All for You.” The 59-year-old humbly downplayed her icon status, saying fame was never her goal—just a love for music. Meanwhile, Sir Rod Stewart, 80, was “flabbergasted” when five of his kids presented him with the Lifetime Achievement Award. His emotional performance of “Forever Young” had the crowd swooning. These legends proved age is just a number when you’ve got star power. - Shaboozey’s Side-Eye Goes Viral
Country-rap star Shaboozey had everyone talking—not for his hit “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” but for a subtle moment that didn’t go unnoticed. While presenting an award with Megan Moroney, who claimed the Carter Family “basically invented country music,” Shaboozey’s skeptical glance and slight laugh went viral, with The Hollywood Reporter dubbing it the “side-eye” of the night. X users couldn’t stop memeing the moment, with some calling it the most relatable reaction of the evening. Is Shaboozey throwing shade or just keeping it real? You decide. - Eminem and Beyoncé Win Big, But Skip the Party
Eminem and Beyoncé both scored major wins at the AMAs, but neither bothered to show up. Eminem, absent for over a decade at the awards, nabbed Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist and Favorite Hip-Hop Album for The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce). Beyoncé, meanwhile, made history with her first country music wins for Favorite Female Country Artist and Favorite Country Album for Cowboy Carter. Their no-show status left J.Lo to carry the star power, but fans on X were vocal, with some calling the event “the worst AMAs ever” due to the lack of A-listers. Still, their wins prove they don’t need to be in the room to dominate.
Dish of the Day: The AMAs may have been a mixed bag, with J.Lo’s kisses and Billie’s sweep stealing headlines, but the absence of heavyweights like Kendrick Lamar (who won just one of his ten nominations for “Not Like Us”) and Taylor Swift left some fans grumbling. Add in standout performances from Benson Boone’s back-flipping spectacle and Gwen Stefani’s nostalgic hits, and it’s clear the night had something for everyone—just not everyone in the room. What’s the tea on your favorite AMA moment? Spill it!
Hollywood’s glitz and glamour were on full display at the 2025 American Music Awards in Las Vegas, but the real drama unfolded both on and off the stage. From jaw-dropping performances to eyebrow-raising moments, here’s your exclusive roundup of the top five entertainment stories buzzing in the U.S. right now, with a special spotlight on the AMAs.