The American Music Awards 2026 are set to celebrate the best in music with a live event from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Taylor Swift leads the nominations for the 52nd AMAs with eight nominations. Swift is followed closely by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter and Sombr, who each received seven nominations.
Who is hosting the 2026 AMAs?
Queen Latifah is set as the host of the 2026 American Music Awards.
Who are the presenters of the 2026 AMAs?
Presenting the awards and musical performances throughout the night is a star-studded list of celebrities, comedians, actors, and singers. The AMAs will welcome to the stage names like Alysa Liu, Anthony Ramos, Ejae, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, GloRilla, Hannah Berner, Hilary Duff, Jason Derulo, John Legend, Josh Groban, Leon Thomas, Lisa Rinna, Mariah the Scientist, Matt Rife, Megan Stalter, Paul W. Downs, Melanie Martinez, Nikki Glaser, Paula Abdul, Russell Dickerson, and more.
Who will perform at the 2026 AMAs?
Performers confirmed for the 2026 AMAs include Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Billy Idol, International Artist Award of Excellence recipient & performer Karol G, Hootie & the Blowfish, Katseye, Keith Urban, Maluma, The Pussycat Dolls + Busta Rhymes, Riley Green, Sombr, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor, and Twenty One Pilots.
What nominated artists will attend the 2026 AMAs?
Attending nominees include BTS, 4 Non Blondes (Christa Hillhouse, Linda Perry, Dawn Richardson, Roger Rocha), Bella Kay, Black Eyed Peas (Taboo, will.i.am & apl.de.ap), Breskii, David Guetta, Disco Lines, Fuerza Regida (Jesus Ortiz Paz, Moises Lopez, Jose Garcia, Samuel Jaimez, Khrystian Ramos), Goo Goo Dolls (John Rzeznik, Robby Takac), Leon Thomas, Lord Huron (Mark Barry), Monaleo, Natti Natasha, Sublime (Mikayla Daniel), Tinashe, Tito Double P, Tones and I, YKNIECE, and more.
What time are the 2026 AMAs scheduled for?
The 2026 AMAs will take place on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, starting at 8 p.m. ET and 5 p.m. PT on CBS.
Where are the 2026 AMAs livestreaming online?
Paramount+ will livestream the 2026 AMAs on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, starting at 8 p.m. ET and 5 p.m. PT.
