iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced today 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards will feature special appearancesby Becky G, Billy Idol, Feid, Jenny McCarthy-Wahlberg, Joel McHale, Kekoa Kekumano, Kelsea Ballerini, Offset, Robin Thicke, Scott Caan, Sexyy Red, Victoria Monét and more.Additionally, Gracie Abrams will also receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award.
The event will air LIVE from Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, Monday, March 17 (8:00-10:00 p.m. ET live / PT tape-delayed) on FOX and will broadcast live on iHeartRadio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app. Hosted by LL COOL J, the event will feature performances by Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long, Nelly, Tori Kelly and more.
Gracie Abrams will be honored with the 2025 iHeartRadio Breakthrough Artist of the Year Award, celebrating her achievements to date and continued trajectory. Over the last few years, Gracie’s songwriting and performances have resonated with millions, with her music captivating audiences around the world.
She’s stayed true to herself, continuing to pen deeply vulnerable songs, while performing on some of the biggest stages in the world, most recently joining Taylor Swift |The Eras Tour. Beyond music, Gracie advocates for women’s rights, and encourages political awareness especially with the Gen Z audience. The award recognizes Gracie’s journey, incredible talent and unique connection with her fans.
The 12th annual iHeartRadio Music Awards will celebrate the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2024, while also offering a preview of the upcoming hits of 2025. The show will feature award presentations in multiple categories, live performances from the biggest artists in music, surprise guests and collaborations and will showcase the stories of the winning artists’ road to #1.
Additionally, 13-time Grammy Award, Academy Award and Golden Globe Award winning artist Lady Gaga will be honored with the 2025 iHeartRadio Innovator Award, Mariah Carey, the elusive chanteuse and best-selling female artist of all time, will be honored with the 2025 iHeartRadio Icon Award and Nelly will receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Landmark Award.
To celebrate iHeartRadio’s “Tour of the Century Award” honoring Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, which launched two years ago to the day of this year’s telecast, an exclusive performance from that opening night show of The Eras’s Tour will premiere during the Awards telecast.
Artists receiving several nominations include, aespa, Benson Boone, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, Doja Cat, ENHYPEN, FEID, Future, GloRilla, Green Day, Hozier, ILLIT, Jelly Roll, Jimin, Karol G, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Linkin Park, Megan Thee Stallion, Metro Boomin, Morgan Wallen, Olivia Rodrigo, Peso Pluma, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Shaboozey, SZA, Tate McRae, Taylor Swift, Teddy Swims, Tyla, Usher and Xavi.
Proud partners of this year’s event across iHeart platforms include David’s Bridal and e.l.f. Beauty.
Executive producers for the iHeartRadio Music Awards are Joel Gallen, for Tenth Planet; and John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Bart Peters for iHeartMedia. For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content, visit iHeartRadio.com/awards or follow the social buzz on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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