The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards are happening now!

Lady Gaga leads this year’s list with 12 nominations, including Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Best Album. This also marks the third time in history that Gaga has topped this list of nominees!

Following close behind are Bruno Mars with 11 nominations and Kendrick Lamar with 10. ROSÉ and Sabrina Carpenter each scored eight nominations, while Ariana Grande and The Weeknd earned seven apiece.

We’ll be updating live with all the winners of the evening. Stay tuned!

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VIDEO OF THE YEAR, presented by Burger King®

Ariana Grande – “brighter days ahead”

Billie Eilish – “BIRDS OF A FEATHER”

Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”

Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars – “Die With A Smile

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