American Music Awards 2025: Stars Hit the Red Carpet in Las Vegas
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Chris Willman
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Summary
The American Music Awards are bringing major music stars to Las Vegas for a three-hour CBS/Paramount+ telecast over Memorial Day weekend. Queen Latifah is hosting, with performances from artists including Sombr, Katseye, Karol G, Billy Idol (lifetime achievement honoree), Teddy Swims, and Teyana Taylor. Variety photographers are capturing red carpet and backstage looks.
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Variety has photographers on the carpet and backstage to capture all the looks heating up Memorial Day weekend
Queen Latifah is hosting, and among those making their way to the stage to perform are Sombr, Katseye, Karol G, lifetime achievement honoree Billy Idol, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor
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