What to know about the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards
- Lady Gaga led the pack with 12 nominations and took home Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Direction and Best Art Direction.
- The coveted Video of the Year award went to Ariana Grande.
- Fans had the opportunity to vote in 21 categories, with the chance to cast up to 10 votes per day while the voting period was open.
- VMA and Grammy winner and five-time Grammy host LL Cool J hosted the ceremony.
- Busta Rhymes was honored with the first ever Rock The Bells Visionary Award, while Mariah Carey earned the Video Vanguard Award. The show also featured a tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, who died in July at age 76.
Check out the full list of winners and nominees below.
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