One of the year’s biggest music award shows is almost here. The Billboard Music Awards have built a reputation for high-energy performances, memorable moments, and a night fans remember long after the lights go down. The ceremony blends chart history, star power, and live spectacle, drawing a global audience of music lovers, industry insiders, and media partners who tune in for every splashy moment. It is a night when the industry watches closely, as new chart toppers collide with timeless favorites, creating stage moments that become part of the year’s musical conversations.
Leading the night is Emmy Award-nominated actor and comedian Tracy Morgan, who will host the event, while CTV will offer exclusive coverage across its television network and digital platforms. The ceremony is scheduled to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, a venue known for its grand stage and electric atmosphere. On stage with the host will be a lineup of performers that includes Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars, Christine Aguilera, Pitbull, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, and Miguel. The energy backstage and on the floor mirrors the excitement in the audience as fans anticipate surprises, collaborations, and standout moments that often shape the year in pop and mainstream music.
For this year’s edition, a world-renowned music legend will be honored with the Billboard Icon Award, celebrating a lifetime of influence and achievement in the industry. The Icon Award is reserved for a career-spanning artist whose impact has shaped genres, inspired peers, and left an enduring mark on listeners around the world. The tribute is designed to highlight a trajectory of hits, innovations, and a lasting legacy that resonates across generations.
Billboard remains one of the most influential brands in music, reaching executives, artists, and tastemakers around the world. It is known for its exclusive charts and its authoritative reporting on the latest issues, news, and trends shaping the music business. The Billboard charts are cited by millions in more than 100 countries, underscoring Billboard’s role as a trusted voice in the industry. (Source: Billboard)
Viewers are invited to tune in on a Sunday evening in May at 8 p.m. ET on CTV, as exclusive coverage unfolds across the night. The show’s energy and surprises are part of the experience, and fans are encouraged to share which performances they are most excited to see in the comments.