The performer roster for the 52nd American Music Awards continues to grow, with Busta hymes, Pussycat Dolls and New Kids On The Block officially joining this year’s show ahead of its Memorial Day broadcast on Monday, May 25.
Hosted by Queen Latifah, the 2026 AMAs will air live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT on CBS and Paramount+.
The ceremony will also feature appearances and performances from Billy Idol, who will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Karol G, set to be honored with the International Artist Award of Excellence. Additional performers include Hootie & the Blowfish, Katseye, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, Sombr, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor, and Twenty One Pilots, with more names expected to be announced.
Among this year’s nominees, Taylor Swift leads the field with eight nominations. Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and Sombr follow closely with seven nominations each.
Voting in most categories has already closed, though fans can still cast votes for Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year during the opening 30 minutes of the live broadcast.
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