Sir Rod Stewart will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs). The award presentation will take place at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Las Vegas on May 26. Stewart is also scheduled to perform one of his classic hits during the event, marking his return to the AMAs stage after two decades.
Executive producers Barry Adelman and Alexi Mazareas have praised Stewart's lasting charisma and significant contributions to rock and roll. The AMAs will be broadcast live on CBS and streamed on Paramount+.
Janet Jackson will receive the Icon Award at the same ceremony, recognizing her profound cultural and global influence on the music industry. Jackson will also perform at the AMAs, marking her first television appearance in seven years. Jennifer Lopez is set to host the 2025 AMAs, which promises to be a night of unforgettable performances.