Jennifer Lopez will take center stage as the host of the 2025 American Music Awards

Jennifer Lopez Set to Host and Perform at the 2025 American Music Awards, Marking a Triumphant Return to the Spotlight

Global icon Jennifer Lopez is officially set to host and perform at the highly anticipated 2025 American Music Awards, scheduled for May 26—Memorial Day—airing live on CBS. This major announcement marks a powerful comeback for the multi-talented superstar, who is reclaiming her place at center stage after a turbulent year that included the cancellation of her North American tour and a high-profile divorce from actor Ben Affleck.

The “Let’s Get Loud” singer teased the exciting news on Instagram with a short promotional video, captioned: “Good things come in threes. JLO. AMA. CBS. On 5.26.25.” Her return to the AMAs comes a full decade after her 2015 debut as host, further solidifying her status as an enduring force in both music and entertainment.

A New Chapter After a Difficult Year
Lopez’s AMA gig comes on the heels of a challenging period in her personal and professional life. In May 2024, she shocked fans by announcing the cancellation of her “This Is Me… Now” North American tour, citing deeply personal reasons. In an emotional message to her fanbase, she wrote:

“I’m completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down. Please know that I wouldn’t do this if I didn’t feel that it was absolutely necessary. I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again.”

Just months later, in August 2024, Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, bringing their rekindled romance to an end. The pair famously reunited in 2021 nearly 20 years after their first engagement in 2002. Their reunion had captured headlines around the world, symbolizing hope for second chances. The divorce marked Lopez’s fourth and Affleck’s second marriage to come to an end.

A Multi-Hyphenate Star Reclaiming Her Stage
Despite the emotional rollercoaster, Lopez is diving headfirst into a creative resurgence. In addition to her AMA duties, she’s set to star in her first feature film musical, Kiss of the Spider Woman—a bold reimagining of the 1985 movie and the 1993 Tony Award-winning Broadway show. The film made its debut at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2025, earning early buzz for Lopez’s performance and the project’s ambitious scope.

A Full-Circle Moment for Jennifer Lopez
The 2025 American Music Awards will not only spotlight Lopez’s enduring appeal, but also reflect her evolution as an artist, performer, and woman. Having first hosted the AMAs in 2015, Lopez returns 10 years later with even more accolades, experience, and emotional depth. Her upcoming hosting and performance gig is expected to be a celebration of resilience, reinvention, and unstoppable talent.

As the entertainment world gears up for music’s biggest night, fans can expect a dynamic show packed with electrifying performances, heartfelt moments, and a celebration of music’s power to unite and inspire—led by one of the most iconic performers of our time.

Don’t miss Jennifer Lopez at the 2025 American Music Awards—airing May 26 on CBS.