The Digest:
Ariana Grande claimed the Video of the Year award at the 2025 MTV VMAs for “Brighter Days Ahead,” also winning Best Pop in an emotionally charged acceptance speech where she thanked her fans and community. According to AFP, the ceremony emphasized nostalgic performances while avoiding the political tones of previous years.
Key Points:
- Ariana Grande won Video of the Year and Best Pop for “Brighter Days Ahead.”
- Lady Gaga was named Artist of the Year and won Best Collaboration with Bruno Mars.
- Rose, formerly of Blackpink, won Song of the Year for “APT.”
- Sabrina Carpenter took home Best Album for “Short n’ Sweet.”
- The event featured throwback performances by Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes, and Ricky Martin.
- Kendrick Lamar, a Grammy dominator, received no awards despite multiple nominations.
- The show notably avoided political messaging compared to previous ceremonies.
Sources: MTV VMAs
