Blake Shelton has responded to the controversy surrounding him and Gwen Stefani pre-taping their AMAs performances.

Rod Stewart, who received a lifetime achievement award at the show, also performed. Here's who else took the stage at the 2025 AMAs, which aired live on CBS television stations and streamed on Paramount+. Paramount+ Essential subscribers can to watch it on demand beginning Tuesday.

The American Music Awards romped with sizzling performances, a kiss from J Lo and shoutout to the military. Here's a look at the memorable moments

Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani appeared at the American Music Awards via pre-recorded videos, leaving fans upset that they didn’t perform in person.

"When I started singing the early '60s, the reason I got into it is because I had this burning ambition to sing," Stewart said while accepting the honor Monday night.

During a subdued red carpet for the American Music Awards’ first year back since 2022, the singer had fun with campy Sin City dress codes.

The AMAs Monday night was all about the icons, from Janet Jackson's return to live TV to the surprising return of the mullet. See the moments that made our list of the best, worst and most oops performances and appearances at the AMAs.