2025 American Music Awards: Billie Eilish and Beyoncé Reign Supreme

Billie Eilish and Beyoncé made headlines at the 2025 American Music Awards, held live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Hosted by Jennifer Lopez, the ceremony saw seven awards go to Eilish, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year. Beyoncé took home two awards, while SZA won two, Eminem secured his first AMA in 15 years, and Post Malone won two awards. Janet Jackson performed a medley of her biggest hits and received the Icon Award, saying she didn't consider herself an icon. Rod Stewart received the Lifetime Achievement Award and performed a rendition of "Forever Young."

Key Takeaways:

Billie Eilish took home seven awards, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Song of the Year.
Beyoncé won two awards: Favourite Female Country Artist and Favourite Country Album.
SZA secured two wins: Favourite R&B Song and Favourite Female R&B Artist.
Eminem won his first AMA in 15 years, for Favourite Male Hip-Hop Artist and Favourite Hip-hop Album.
Post Malone took home two prizes: Favourite Male Country Artist and Favourite Country Song.
Janet Jackson received the Icon Award and performed a medley of her career's biggest hits.
Rod Stewart received the Lifetime Achievement Award and performed a rendition of "Forever Young."

Statistics:

Billie Eilish secured 7 awards out of 28 total award categories.
Beyoncé won 2 awards out of 28 total award categories.
SZA secured 2 awards out of 28 total award categories.
Eminem won 2 awards out of 28 total award categories.
Post Malone took home 2 awards out of 28 total award category.
44 nominees were included in the selection process for the winners.

Sources:

"2025 American Music Awards Winners"
"Billie Eilish, Beyoncé, and Other Big Winners at the 2025 American Music Awards"
"Rod Stewart Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at American Music Awards"
"Janet Jackson Performs Medley of Hits at 2025 American Music Awards"