The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards took place on Sunday night, September 7, at Long Island’s UBS Arena. LL Cool J hosted the show—a gig he previously shared with Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow in 2022. Performers at the arena included Mariah Carey , Doja Cat , and Sabrina Carpenter , while Lady Gaga and Post Malone’s pre-taped performances were part of the broadcast. Below, check out all of the show’s performances.

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Alex Warren

British songwriter and guitarist Alex Warren made his VMAs debut hot on the heels of releasing his debut album, You’ll Be Alright Kid . The Best New Artist winner did a dramatic performance of “Eternity” and “Ordinary.”

Bailey Zimmerman Featuring the Kid Laroi

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