Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter Lead Triumphs at Muted MTV VMAs 2025

Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande, and Sabrina Carpenter were the night’s biggest winners at a notably subdued MTV Video Music Awards 2025 ceremony. The event, held at Long Island’s UBS arena, saw female pop artists and legacy acts largely celebrated, with each of the leading ladies taking home two coveted ‘moonman’ trophies.

Lady Gaga, the most nominated artist with 12 nods, secured the prestigious Artist of the Year award, beating out fellow nominees Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, and Beyoncé. She also shared the Best Collaboration award with Bruno Mars for their hit duet, “Die With A Smile.” Gaga, who dedicated her award to her audience and partner Michael Polansky, quickly departed for her ‘Mayhem’ tour’s final show, highlighting a trend of star absences that characterized the evening.

Ariana Grande clinched two major accolades: Best Pop Video and the night’s top honor, Video of the Year, for her impactful track “Brighter Days Ahead.” Sabrina Carpenter also had a stellar night, winning Album of the Year for “Short n’ Sweet” and Best Pop Artist, further cementing her rising status in the pop world.

Other notable wins included Rosé’s emotional acceptance for Song of the Year with “Apt,” her collaboration with Bruno Mars. The ceremony also featured tributes to industry legends, with Ricky Martin receiving the inaugural Latin Icon honor, Busta Rhymes being celebrated with the Rock the Bells Visionary Award, and Mariah Carey accepting the Video Vanguard Award. A poignant segment honored the late Ozzy Osbourne, with Yungblud, Steven Tyler, and Joe Perry performing a tribute.

Despite a lighter attendance from some of music’s biggest names, the VMAs continued its tradition of showcasing global sounds and genre blends, alongside strong performances from artists like Doja Cat, Tate McRae, and Sabrina Carpenter, whose retro-themed performance championed trans rights. The evening underscored the evolving landscape of popular music, with a strong emphasis on the enduring impact of female artists and the celebration of music’s rich history.

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