This year’s MTV Video Music Awards is shaking things up, handing out two new awards to decorated artists in the rap and Latin music genres.

For the third time, Lady Gaga leads the pack at the MTV Video Music Awards nominations. See the full list of 2025 nominees, including Bruno Mars, Kendrick Lamar, Sabrina Carpenter, and Ariana Grande.

The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards will feature headline performances by Sabrina Carpenter, Alex Warren, Sombr, J Balvin, and DJ Snake. Notably, Carpenter is nominated for eight awards, while Busta Rhymes and Ricky Martin will receive special accolades for their cultural contributions.

MTV is gearing up for its biggest night of the year: the 2025 Video Music Awards. This year's event promises to be an evening to remember, with the biggest names in music nominated for multiple awards,