The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards lit up Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre on Monday (March 17), delivering a night of star-studded celebrations and major honours. Lady Gaga was recognised with the prestigious iHeartRadio Innovator Award for her groundbreaking contributions to music and performance, while the legendary Mariah Carey, the best-selling female artiste in history, was celebrated with the iHeartRadio Icon Award.

Meanwhile, Taylor Swift dominated the competition, leading the nominations and sweeping multiple fan-voted categories. Close behind, Morgan Wallen stayed hot on her heels with 10 nominations of his own.

The night also celebrated the musical prowess of Billie Eilish, Doja Cat, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Kendrick Lamar, Chappell Roan, Tate McRae, SZA, Muni Long, Usher, and Chris Brown, among others, who all earned major nods.

Guiding the audience through the highly competitive ceremony, LL Cool J returned as host, bringing his signature energy to the stage. 

The legendary rapper, best known for hits like "Mama Said Knock You Out", had previously taken on hosting duties in 2022. 

The night's musical lineup was equally stacked, featuring electrifying performances from Bad Bunny, Gracie Abrams, Nelly, Billie Eilish, Muni Long, and Kenny Chesney, ensuring a show packed with unforgettable moments.

Several prestigious accolades were revealed ahead of the highly anticipated music celebration. The 2025 iHeartRadio Landmark Award was presented to Nelly, recognising his lasting impact on the industry and his influence across generations, as noted by PEOPLE. 

Here are this year's winners of the iHeartRadio Music Awards.

Song of the Year: "Beautiful Things" - Benson Boone

Pop Song of the Year: 

Album of the Year: "HIT ME HARD AND SOFT" - Billie Eilish

Artist of the Year:

Pop Artist of the Year: Sabrina Carpenter

Best Collaboration: "Die With a Smile" - Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars

Best New Artist (Pop): Teddy Swims

Country Artist of the Year: Jelly Roll

Country Song of the Year: 

Best New Artist (Country): 

Hip-Hop Song of the Year:

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year: GloRilla

Best New Artist (Hip-Hop): BossMan Dlow

R&B Song of the Year: "Made For Me" - Muni Long

R&B Artist of the Year: SZA

World Artist of the Year: Tyla

Best New Artist (R&B): 4Batz

Alternative Song of the Year: "Too Sweet" - Hozier

Alternative Artist of the Year: Green Day

Best New Artist (Alt and Rock): Fontaines DC

Rock Song of the Year: "A Symptom of Being Human" - Shinedown

Rock Artist of the Year: Shinedown

Dance Artist of the Year: David Guetta

Latin Pop / Urban Song of the Year: "Perro Negro" - Bad Bunny ft FEID

Latin Pop / Urban Artist of the Year: FEID

Best New Artist (Latin Pop / Urban): Kapo

Regional Mexican Song of the Year: "Alch Si" - Grupo Frontera and Carin Leon

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year: Peso Pluma

Best New Artist (Regional Mexica): Xavi

Producer of the Year: Julian Bunetta

Songwriter of the Year: Amy Allen

K-pop Artist of the Year: ATEEZ

K-pop Song of the Year: "Who" - Jimin

Best New K-pop Artist: ILLIT

Favourite Soundtrack *Socially voted category: Wicked

Favourite Broadway Debut *Socially voted: Rachel Zegler for Romeo + Juliet

Favourite K-pop Dance Challenge: *Socially voted: "GGUM" - Yeonjun (TOMORROW X TOGETHER)

Favourite Surprise Guest: *Socially voted: Taylor Swift bringing out Travis Kelce

Favourite Tour Tradition *Socially voted: Taylor Swift - Surprise songs

Best Lyrics *Socially voted: "Fortnight" - Taylor Swift ft Post Malone

Best Music Video *Socially voted: "Fortnight" - Taylor Swift ft Post Malone

Favourite Tour Style *Socially voted: Taylor Swift - The Eras Tour

Favourite Tour Photographer *Socially voted: Alfredo Flores - Sabrina Carpenter

Favourite On Screen *Socially voted: Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor's Version) (Taylor Swift)