It was a historic night for Billie Eilish at the 2025 American Music Awards as the global pop sensation clinched victories in all seven categories she was nominated for, cementing her status as one of the most influential artists of her generation. The star-studded event, produced by Dick Clark Productions and broadcast live from Las Vegas, celebrated the year’s biggest names across genres with electrifying performances and emotional tributes.
Eilish emerged as the undisputed queen of the night, taking home Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for Hit Me Hard and Soft, Favourite Touring Artist, Favourite Female Pop Artist, Favourite Pop Album, and her hit single Birds of a Feather earned both Song of the Year and Favourite Pop Song. Her clean sweep made her the most awarded artist of the night.
Beyoncé also made headlines by breaking genre boundaries, taking home Favourite Female Country Artist and Favourite Country Album for her genre-blending project Cowboy Carter. Meanwhile, Post Malone received his first-ever country honor with Favourite Male Country Artist and added another win for Favourite Country Song alongside Morgan Wallen for I Had Some Help.
Hip-hop legend Eminem made a triumphant return to the AMA stage after 15 years, winning Favourite Male Hip-Hop Artist and Favourite Hip-Hop Album for The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce). His comeback was one of the night’s most talked-about moments.
Rising star Gracie Abrams was named New Artist of the Year, beating out strong contenders like Benson Boone and Chappell Roan. Another standout win was by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars, whose collaboration Die With a Smile claimed both Favourite Music Video and Collaboration of the Year. Gaga also picked up Favourite Dance/Electronic Artist, while Mars won Favourite Male Pop Artist.
Hosting duties were taken up by Jennifer Lopez, marking her first time helming the event in a decade. She opened the show with a high-energy medley featuring 23 of the year’s top-charting songs, setting a dynamic tone for the night.
A major highlight was the return of Janet Jackson, who received the prestigious Icon Award and delivered a televised performance for the first time in seven years. Dressed in her signature white jacket and baggy jeans, Jackson thrilled fans with a mashup of Someone to Call My Lover and Mariah Carey’s Shake It Off, ending with a powerful rendition of All For You. In her emotional acceptance speech, Jackson reflected on her family’s humble beginnings and emphasized that her journey was built on perseverance and love for music.
Another emotional moment came when legendary rocker Rod Stewart closed the ceremony with his classic hit Forever Young, following his presentation of the Lifetime Achievement Award—handed to him by five of his children.
From pop to hip-hop, Latin to Afrobeats, and country to K-pop, the AMAs showcased the full spectrum of global music. Below is the full list of 2025 American Music Awards winners:
FULL LIST OF WINNERS – AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS 2025
Artist of the Year: Billie Eilish
New Artist of the Year: Gracie Abrams
Album of the Year: Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish
Song of the Year: Birds of a Feather – Billie Eilish
Collaboration of the Year: Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
Social Song of the Year: Anxiety – Doechii
Favourite Touring Artist: Billie Eilish
Favourite Music Video: Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars
Pop Category
- Favourite Male Pop Artist: Bruno Mars
- Favourite Female Pop Artist: Billie Eilish
- Favourite Pop Album: Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish
- Favourite Pop Song: Birds of a Feather – Billie Eilish
Country Category
- Favourite Male Country Artist: Post Malone
- Favourite Female Country Artist: Beyoncé
- Favourite Country Duo or Group: Dan + Shay
- Favourite Country Album: Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé
- Favourite Country Song: I Had Some Help – Post Malone ft. Morgan Wallen
Hip-Hop Category
- Favourite Male Hip-Hop Artist: Eminem
- Favourite Female Hip-Hop Artist: Megan Thee Stallion
- Favourite Hip-Hop Album: The Death Of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce) – Eminem
- Favourite Hip-Hop Song: Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar
R&B Category
- Favourite Male R&B Artist: The Weeknd
- Favourite Female R&B Artist: SZA
- Favourite R&B Album: Hurry Up Tomorrow – The Weeknd
- Favourite R&B Song: Saturn – SZA
Latin Category
- Favourite Male Latin Artist: Bad Bunny
- Favourite Female Latin Artist: Becky G
- Favourite Latin Duo or Group: Julión Álvarez y su Norteño Banda
- Favourite Latin Album: DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS – Bad Bunny
- Favourite Latin Song: Soltera – Shakira
Rock Category
- Favourite Rock Artist: Twenty One Pilots
- Favourite Rock Album: Clancy – Twenty One Pilots
- Favourite Rock Song: The Emptiness Machine – Linkin Park
Dance/Electronic
- Favourite Dance/Electronic Artist: Lady Gaga
Soundtrack
- Favourite Soundtrack: Arcane League of Legends: Season 2
Global Genres
- Favourite Afrobeats Artist: Tyla
- Favourite K-Pop Artist: RM
The 2025 American Music Awards proved to be a celebration of both legendary icons and fresh talent, highlighting the evolving landscape of global music. With Billie Eilish’s record-breaking sweep and unforgettable tributes from Janet Jackson and Rod Stewart, the night was nothing short of legendary.
