Blake Shelton has responded to the controversy surrounding him and Gwen Stefani pre-taping their AMAs performances.

Rod Stewart, who received a lifetime achievement award at the show, also performed. Here's who else took the stage at the 2025 AMAs, which aired live on CBS television stations and streamed on Paramount+. Paramount+ Essential subscribers can to watch it on demand beginning Tuesday.

The AMAs Monday night was all about the icons, from Janet Jackson's return to live TV to the surprising return of the mullet. See the moments that made our list of the best, worst and most oops performances and appearances at the AMAs.

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani appeared at the American Music Awards via pre-recorded videos, leaving fans upset that they didn’t perform in person.

The American Music Awards romped with sizzling performances, a kiss from J Lo and shoutout to the military. Here's a look at the memorable moments

American Music Awards, hosted by Jennifer Lopez, aired live from Fontainebleau Las Vegas on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. PEOPLE has a full recap of all the best moments.

"When I started singing the early '60s, the reason I got into it is because I had this burning ambition to sing," Stewart said while accepting the honor Monday night.

JLo's American Music Awards hosting gig has people talking after the singer made out with three male and female dancers during her opening number.

During a subdued red carpet for the American Music Awards’ first year back since 2022, the singer had fun with campy Sin City dress codes.

Austin-based fashion designer Kendra Scott debuted her A-list relationship with a country music star at a star-studded awards show. Scott and country singer Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band made their red carpet debut on May 26 at the 2025 American Music Awards.