2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards Set for Epic Showdown in L.A.

LOS ANGELES, California — The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards are gearing up for a star-studded event at the Dolby Theatre on Monday, March 17, 2025, promising an unforgettable night celebrating top artists and songs from the past year while hinting at what’s to come in 2025.

Hosted by hip hop legend LL Cool J, the ceremony will honor the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio’s platforms throughout 2024. Leading the nominees this year are Taylor Swift and Post Malone, each vying for the coveted Artist of the Year title, along with Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen, and Sabrina Carpenter.

This year, the prestigious iHeartRadio Innovator Award will be presented to Lady Gaga, while the Icon Award will go to Mariah Carey. Additionally, Nelly will receive the Landmark Award, which recognizes artists whose work has profoundly influenced culture over time.

Several high-profile performances are scheduled, featuring Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long, and special guest appearances by likes of Becky G, Billy Idol, and Kelsea Ballerini, among others.

Fans can watch the event live on FOX from 8:00 to 10:00 PM ET, with a tape-delayed broadcast available for the West Coast. The broadcast will also air on iHeartRadio stations across the nation.

In addition to the awards, the event will spotlight the resilience of Los Angeles as the community continues to rebuild following recent devastating wildfires. Proceeds from the night will be donated to FireAid, which, under the guidance of the Annenberg Foundation, will support both short-term relief efforts and long-term initiatives aimed at preventing future disasters.

Executive producers Joel Gallen and the iHeartMedia team are working tirelessly to ensure fans experience a meaningful and entertaining event, reflecting the spirit and creativity of today’s music industry. Through fan voting, listeners will also have the chance to influence awards categories including Favorite Tour Tradition and Best Lyrics, among others.

To see the complete list of nominees and stay updated on the latest, visit iHeartRadio.com/awards.