At the 2025 MTV VMAs at UBS Arena, LL Cool J hosted a packed night of performances and tributes. Mariah Carey earned the Video Vanguard Award, Busta Rhymes took the Rock the Bells Visionary Award, and Ricky Martin received the Latin Icon Award. Ariana Grande won Video of the Year, Lady Gaga won Artist of the Year, Alex Warren was named Best New Artist, and Coldplay claimed Best Rock.