The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards will include a powerful tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne, one of rock’s most iconic and influential figures. MTV has announced that Aerosmith’s Steven Tyler and Joe Perry, Yungblud, and Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt will join forces for a one-night-only performance celebrating the Prince of Darkness.
The tribute is set for September 7 at UBS Arena in New York, where the VMAs will broadcast live across MTV, CBS, and Paramount+.
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The announcement of this tribute follows an already star-packed VMAs roster. Performers confirmed include Lady Gaga, Doja Cat, Tate McRae, Post Malone, Conan Gray, Jelly Roll, Sabrina Carpenter, Alex Warren, J Balvin, DJ Snake, Ricky Martin, Busta Rhymes, and Sombr. Rising girl group KATSEYE will also perform during the official pre-show.
This year’s ceremony will also feature several special honors: Mariah Carey will receive the prestigious Vanguard Award, Ricky Martin will be celebrated with the Latin Icon Award, and Busta Rhymes will accept the inaugural Rock The Bells Visionary Award.
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