MTV VMAs Full List of Winners. Who Won Big?
The 2025 MTV VMAs weren’t just another glitzy night of Moon Person trophies — they were a collision of megastar victories, surprise upsets and history-making firsts. From Lady Gaga’s sweeping wins to Megan Moroney’s breakout country moment, the show at UBS Arena proved the MTV VMAs still know how to crown pop culture royalty. Here’s a look at who walked away with the night’s biggest prizes.
1. Gaga Reigns Supreme: Artist of the Year & More
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Leading the MTV VMAs nominations with 12, Lady Gaga emerged as the night’s biggest winner with four Moon Persons—most notably Artist of the Year, plus the Best Collaboration trophy alongside Bruno Mars for “Die With a Smile.” Her victories cemented her as the most awarded artist of the evening.
2. Big Wins for Pop Royalty
Ariana Grande blazed brightly at the MTV VMAs, earning both Video of the Year and Best Pop for “Brighter Days Ahead”—a visually powerful and sonically uplifting film that felt like a promise of brighter things to come. Sabrina Carpenter proved she’s not just popping but reigning universal pop—she snagged Best Pop Artist, Album of the Year for Short n’ Sweet, and Best Visual Effects for “Manchild,” all while using the platform to deliver a rain-soaked performance that championed trans rights and unapologetic authenticity.
3. Rising Stars & Song Triumphs
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Alex Warren was crowned Best New Artist, cementing his place in a new generation with a sound that blends vulnerability and viral charisma. Song of the Year went to ROSÉ & Bruno Mars for their infectious hit “APT.”, marking a milestone moment as ROSÉ became the first K-pop artist ever to win in this category at the MTV VMAs. Tate McRae landed Song of the Summer and Best Editing for “Just Keep Watching,” channeling energy and precision in both the track and its stunning visual treatment.
4. Genre-Bending & Global Representation
The MTV VMAs ceremony underscored their global reach and genre diversity:
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Coldplay won Best Rock, Shakira took Best Latin, and Tyla claimed Best Afrobeats for “Push 2 Start”.
- Doechii emerged victorious in Best Hip-Hop with “Anxiety” and also earned a technical award for Best Choreography.
- Legacy awards included Ricky Martin receiving the first-ever Latin Icon Award, Busta Rhymes winning the Rock the Bells Visionary Award, and Mariah Carey being honored with the Video Vanguard Award, which she paired with an emotional and show-stopping performance.
5. Country Breaks Ground
For the first time, the MTV VMAs awarded Best Country, and Megan Moroney stepped into history by winning it for “Am I Okay?” She received the award right on the red carpet, expressing heartfelt thank-yous to her fans in raw, joyful disbelief. Later, she lit up the Extended Play Stage with “6 Months Later,” proving country’s emotional storytelling still moves the masses.
MTV VMAs: Final Tally
It was a night brimming with triumph, legacy, and artistic evolution — from reinvigorated icons to electrifying newcomers, genre maestros, and boundary-pushing performances. Here was the notable final tally:
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Lady Gaga: 4 wins, including Artist of the Year
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Ariana Grande: 2 wins (Video of the Year, Best Pop)
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Sabrina Carpenter: 3 wins (Best Pop Artist, Album of the Year, Best Visual Effects)
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Alex Warren, ROSÉ & Bruno Mars, Tate McRae, Doechii, Mariah Carey, Ricky Martin, Busta Rhymes, Megan Moroney: notable winners across categories.
