American Music Awards
Each fall, the American Music Awards celebrates the latest and greatest talents of the contemporary music scene.
www.theamas.comHere are the latest updates on the 52nd American Music Awards (AMAs) based on the most recent public announcements and coverage:
- When and where: The 52nd AMAs aired live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, with Queen Latifah as host .
- Performers: The early lineup included Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, and Twenty One Pilots, with additional star-studded performances anticipated per CBS/Dick Clark Productions press materials .
- Nominations: Nominations for the 52nd AMAs were announced in April 2026, highlighting BeyoncÉ, Kendrick Lamar, SZA, Lady Gaga, Shakira, and others across multiple categories, including Breakout and Tour-related honors .
- Availability: The show was broadcast on CBS and streamed on Paramount+, with tickets previously available through CBS/Dick Clark Productions networks and partners .
- Categories: The AMAs continue their multi-genre approach, honoring a wide range of artists and tours, with a focus on contemporary music trends and fan-voted awards .
If you’d like, I can pull the most current nominations list, confirm full performer lineup as of today, or summarize winners by category with a quick table. Please tell me which format you prefer (bulleted highlights, a short narrative, or a table of categories with winners).
Citations:
- Performers and host details for the 52nd AMAs[1]
- Nominations announced for the 52nd AMAs[2]
- General AMAs coverage and broadcast details[8]