Get ready, music lovers—the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards are almost here, and this year’s show is shaping up to be nothing short of epic. The annual celebration of music videos, chart-toppers, and unforgettable pop culture moments will air live this Sunday, September 7, and fans are counting down the hours.
The VMAs will be hosted by none other than LL Cool J, who’s bringing his legendary energy and charisma to UBS Arena in New York. The main show kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on CBS, simulcast across MTV, and will also be available to stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. If you’ve been waiting for the ultimate mix of star power, performances, and surprises—this is it.
Pre-Show Details
Of course, the night kicks off even before the main event. The official pre-show begins at 7 p.m. ET, airing across MTV, BET, BET Her, Comedy Central, CMT, Logo, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Pop, TV Land, and VH1.
Nessa and Kevan Kenney will take the reins as pre-show hosts, setting the tone with red carpet interviews, celebrity arrivals, and all the behind-the-scenes buzz. And it wouldn’t be the VMAs without some early performances. Rising global girl group KATSEYE is making their VMAs debut with a high-energy set, performing their hits “Gnarly” and “Gabriela.”
Extended Play Stage Performances
The Extended Play Stage is always a place to catch artists on the rise—and this year’s lineup is stacked with fresh talent.
- Bailey Zimmerman and The Kid LAROI will team up for a live rendition of “Lost.”
- Lola Young will deliver a performance of her song “Messy.”
- Megan Moroney is set to perform “6 Months Later,” giving fans a taste of why she’s been one of country music’s fastest-rising stars.
The 2025 VMAs Presenters Lineup
As always, the VMAs promise plenty of star-studded appearances, and the newly announced presenters do not disappoint. Fans can look forward to seeing:
- Ashlee Simpson Ross
- Brittany Snow
- Ciara
- Drew Barrymore
- K-Pop Demon Hunter’s EJAE, REI AMI, and Audrey Nuna
- Ice Spice
- Jessica Simpson
- Latto
- Livvy Dunne
- Malin Akerman
- Megan Stalter
- Nikki Glaser
- Paris Hilton
The VMAs aren’t just an awards show—they’re a cultural moment. From legendary performances that live on in GIFs and memes to surprise collaborations and unforgettable acceptance speeches, the VMAs have a reputation for delivering the unexpected.
With LL Cool J hosting, a pre-show packed with fresh talent, and presenters spanning everyone from Ciara to Paris Hilton, the 2025 VMAs are shaping up to be one of the biggest nights in music this year.
