Watch: VMAs 2025
Glitz, glamour and emotional speeches
The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) were held in New York City this year, attracting music's biggest names. The event was a dazzling display of glitz and glamour, with several emotional moments.
Big Winners of the Night
Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, and Lady Gaga took home the most awards. Grande won Video of the Year for "Brighter Days Ahead," while Carpenter took home four, including Best Pop Artist, Best Album, and Best Visual Effects. Gaga won four trophies, including Artist of the Year, thanked her fans, calling them "little monsters"
Emotional Moments
Carpenter, accepting one of her awards, said: "I am so grateful to make music that brings light in a world so full of criticism and negativity." Many attendees and winners took to the stage to express their emotions and gratitude for their support, fans, and families.
