Introduction to the American Music Awards
The American Music Awards is an annual event that celebrates the best in music, with the 2025 ceremony being hosted by none other than Jennifer Lopez. However, things took a dramatic turn when Lopez revealed that she had suffered a facial injury during rehearsals for the event.
The Injury
Lopez took to Instagram to share the news, posting a photo of herself with an ice pack on her eye, followed by a picture of her face without the ice pack, revealing a cut on the bridge of her nose and a black eye. She explained that the injury occurred during rehearsals for the AMAs, which took place a week prior to the ceremony.
Road to Recovery
Fortunately, Lopez has made a speedy recovery, thanks to the help of her doctor. She shared a photo of herself posing with her doctor, stating that she was "well as new" after a week of rest and plenty of ice cream. This is not the first time Lopez has suffered an injury during a performance, having fallen on stage at the AMAs in 2009 and injuring her bones.
Hosting the AMAs
Lopez is set to host the AMAs for the second time, having first taken on the role in 2015. She has performed on the AMAs stage over ten times and is a three-time AMA winner. Her 2025 performance is expected to be a spectacle, featuring her unique blend of music, dance, and visual effects.
The Ceremony
The 2025 American Music Awards will be broadcast live from Las Vegas on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th, and will also be available to stream on Paramount+. The ceremony will feature performances by top-nominated artists, including Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, and ShabooZey. The AMAs is produced by Dick Clark Productions, and On the Rock premium cocktails is the official cocktail of the event.
About the American Music Awards
The American Music Awards were created by Dick Clark Productions, which is a subsidiary of Penske Media Corporation, the parent company of The Hollywood Reporter. The ceremony is a fan-voted award show that recognizes the best in music, with winners being chosen by the public.
