The 2025 MTV VMAs, to be hosted by LL Cool J on September 7 at UBS Arena in New York, will feature standout performances by Sabrina Carpenter, J Balvin (with DJ Snake, plus Justin Quiles and Lenny Tavárez), Ricky Martin, Alex Warren, Sombr, and Busta Rhymes.
Furthermore, Martin and Rhymes will receive special honors: the inaugural Latin Icon and Rock the Bells Visionary awards, respectively.Over the course of 41 years, MTV's Video Music Awards (VMAs) have offered up some of the most controversial, memorable, and straight-up scandalous moments in pop culture. From Lady Gaga's infamous meat dress to Beyoncé's pregnancy reveal, and Kanye West interrupting Taylor Swift's acceptance speech, the VMAs have seen many unforgettable moments.
Ahead of the 2025 ceremony, let's take a trip down memory lane. Click through the gallery to get started.