This year’s MTV Video Music Awards are just around the corner, which means it’s time to get to know the 2025 VMAs performers officially. Each year, celebs from all around the world congregate at the celebration to give us not only some of the most memorable red carpet looks of all time (Lady Gaga’s meat dress, anyone?) but also some of the most unforgettable performances, and this year would be no different.
Last year, we saw Chappell Roan dressed as Joan of Arc setting a castle on fire, Sabrina Carpenter making out with an alien, and Video Vanguard Award recipient Katy Perry flying across the stage while belting hits like “Dark Horse,” “ET,” “I Kissed A Girl,” and more. This year, another slew of performers is hoping to leave a lasting impression, taking to the 2025 VMAs stage on September 7.
MTV announced the first round of 2025 VMAs performers on August 18, and plenty of familiar faces will be gracing the stage, including nominees Sabrina Carpenter, Alex Warren, sombr, and more. This year’s ceremony will also feature Latin superstar aplenty, with legend Ricky Martin and reggaeton staple J Balvin also tapped as performers. Hip-hop icon Busta Rhymes will also take to the stage as a recipient of the MTV VMA Rock the Bells Visionary Award.
Ahead of the show, check out the complete list of 2025 MTV VMAs performers we’ve gotten so far below — and stay tuned for more additions as September gets closer.
Sabrina Carpenter
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