Nominations For 82nd Annual Golden Globes Announced; Awards Ceremony to Air Live on CBS and Stream on Paramount+

NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR 82ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES^®

Awards Ceremony will Air Live on CBS and Stream on Paramount+ on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025

Watch the Full Nominations Announcement at CBSNews.com/GoldenGlobes or YouTube

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 9, 2024 – Today, the Golden Globes^® announced the nominees for the 82^ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES^®, which will air live on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025 (8:00-11:00 PM, live ET/5:00-8:00 PM, live PT) on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs).* Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut presented nominees for each of the 27 award categories at a press conference at the Beverly Hilton.

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The Golden Globes, often referred to as “Hollywood’s Party of the Year^®,” is the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of both film and television. Multi-Emmy Award^®-winning producing duo Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner of White Cherry Entertainment (WCE) will return as executive producing showrunners for the 82^ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the 82^ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide. This year’s votes were tabulated by KPMG, the U.S. audit, tax, and advisory firm.

Following is the complete list of Nominees for the 82^ND ANNUAL GOLDEN GLOBES:

BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA

THE BRUTALIST (A24)

A COMPLETE UNKNOWN (Searchlight Pictures)

CONCLAVE (Focus Features)

DUNE: PART TWO (Warner Bros. Pictures)

NICKEL BOYS (Orion Pictures / Amazon MGM Studios)

SEPTEMBER 5 (Paramount Pictures)

BEST MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY

ANORA (NEON)

CHALLENGERS (Amazon MGM Studios)

EMILIA PÉREZ (Netflix)

A REAL PAIN (Searchlight Pictures)

THE SUBSTANCE (MUBI)

WICKED (Universal Pictures)

BEST MOTION PICTURE – ANIMATED

FLOW (Sideshow / Janus Films)

INSIDE OUT 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

MEMOIR OF A SNAIL (IFC Films)

MOANA 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

WALLACE & GROMIT: VENGEANCE MOST FOWL (Netflix)

THE WILD ROBOT (Universal Pictures)

CINEMATIC AND BOX OFFICE ACHIEVEMENT

ALIEN: ROMULUS (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (Warner Bros. Pictures)

DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

GLADIATOR II (Paramount Pictures)

INSIDE OUT 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)

TWISTERS (Universal Pictures)

WICKED (Universal Pictures)

THE WILD ROBOT (Universal Pictures)

BEST MOTION PICTURE – NON-ENGLISH LANGUAGE

ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT (Sideshow / Janus Films) - USA / FRANCE / INDIA

EMILIA PÉREZ (Netflix) - FRANCE

THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE (MUBI) - POLAND / SWEDEN / DENMARK

I’M STILL HERE (Sony Pictures Classics) - BRAZIL

THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG (NEON) - USA / GERMANY

VERMIGLIO (Sideshow / Janus Films) - ITALY

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA

PAMELA ANDERSON (THE LAST SHOWGIRL)

ANGELINA JOLIE (MARIA)

NICOLE KIDMAN (BABYGIRL)

TILDA SWINTON (THE ROOM NEXT DOOR)

FERNANDA TORRES (I’M STILL HERE)

KATE WINSLET (LEE)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA

ADRIEN BRODY (THE BRUTALIST)

TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET (A COMPLETE UNKNOWN)

DANIEL CRAIG (QUEER)

COLMAN DOMINGO (SING SING)

RALPH FIENNES (CONCLAVE)

SEBASTIAN STAN (THE APPRENTICE)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY

AMY ADAMS (NIGHTBITCH)

CYNTHIA ERIVO (WICKED)

KARLA SOFÍA GASCÓN (EMILIA PÉREZ)

MIKEY MADISON (ANORA)

DEMI MOORE (THE SUBSTANCE)

ZENDAYA (CHALLENGERS)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY

JESSE EISENBERG (A REAL PAIN)

HUGH GRANT (HERETIC)

GABRIEL LABELLE (SATURDAY NIGHT)

JESSE PLEMONS (KINDS OF KINDNESS)

GLEN POWELL (HIT MAN)

SEBASTIAN STAN (A DIFFERENT MAN)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN ANY MOTION PICTURE

SELENA GOMEZ (EMILIA PÉREZ)

ARIANA GRANDE (WICKED)

FELICITY JONES (THE BRUTALIST)

MARGARET QUALLEY (THE SUBSTANCE)

ISABELLA ROSSELLINI (CONCLAVE)

ZOE SALDAÑA (EMILIA PÉREZ)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN ANY MOTION PICTURE

YURA BORISOV (ANORA)

KIERAN CULKIN (A REAL PAIN)

EDWARD NORTON (A COMPLETE UNKNOWN)

GUY PEARCE (THE BRUTALIST)

JEREMY STRONG (THE APPRENTICE)

DENZEL WASHINGTON (GLADIATOR II)

BEST DIRECTOR – MOTION PICTURE

JACQUES AUDIARD (EMILIA PÉREZ)

SEAN BAKER (ANORA)

EDWARD BERGER (CONCLAVE)

BRADY CORBET (THE BRUTALIST)

CORALIE FARGEAT (THE SUBSTANCE)

PAYAL KAPADIA (ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT)

BEST SCREENPLAY – MOTION PICTURE

JACQUES AUDIARD (EMILIA PÉREZ)

SEAN BAKER (ANORA)

BRADY CORBET, MONA FASTVOLD (THE BRUTALIST)

JESSE EISENBERG (A REAL PAIN)

CORALIE FARGEAT (THE SUBSTANCE)

PETER STRAUGHAN (CONCLAVE)

BEST ORIGINAL SCORE – MOTION PICTURE

VOLKER BERTELMANN (CONCLAVE)

DANIEL BLUMBERG (THE BRUTALIST)

KRIS BOWERS (THE WILD ROBOT)

CLÉMENT DUCOL, CAMILLE (EMILIA PÉREZ)

TRENT REZNOR, ATTICUS ROSS (CHALLENGERS)

HANS ZIMMER (DUNE: PART TWO)

BEST ORIGINAL SONG – MOTION PICTURE

“BEAUTIFUL THAT WAY” –– THE LAST SHOWGIRL

Music & Lyrics by: Andrew Wyatt, Miley Cyrus, Lykke Zachrisson

“COMPRESS / REPRESS” –– CHALLENGERS

Music & Lyrics by: Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Luca Guadagnino

“EL MAL” –– EMILIA PÉREZ

Music & Lyrics by: Clément Ducol, Camille, Jacques Audiard

“FORBIDDEN ROAD” –– BETTER MAN

Music & Lyrics by: Robbie Williams, Freddy Wexler, Sacha Skarbek

“KISS THE SKY” –– THE WILD ROBOT

Music & Lyrics by: Delacey, Jordan K. Johnson, Stefan Johnson, Maren Morris, Michael Pollack, Ali Tamposi

“MI CAMINO” –– EMILIA PÉREZ

Music & Lyrics by: Clément Ducol, Camille

BEST TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA

THE DAY OF THE JACKAL (PEACOCK)

THE DIPLOMAT (NETFLIX)

MR. & MRS. SMITH (PRIME VIDEO)

SHŌGUN (FX/HULU)

SLOW HORSES (APPLE TV+)

SQUID GAME (NETFLIX)

BEST TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY

ABBOTT ELEMENTARY (ABC)

THE BEAR (FX/HULU)

THE GENTLEMEN (NETFLIX)

HACKS (HBO | MAX)

NOBODY WANTS THIS (NETFLIX)

ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING (HULU)

BEST TELEVISION LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION

BABY REINDEER (NETFLIX)

DISCLAIMER (APPLE TV+)

MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY (NETFLIX)

THE PENGUIN (HBO | MAX)

RIPLEY (NETFLIX)

TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY (HBO | MAX)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA

KATHY BATES (MATLOCK)

EMMA D’ARCY (HOUSE OF THE DRAGON)

MAYA ERSKINE (MR. & MRS. SMITH)

KEIRA KNIGHTLEY (BLACK DOVES)

KERI RUSSELL (THE DIPLOMAT)

ANNA SAWAI (SHŌGUN)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA

DONALD GLOVER (MR. & MRS. SMITH)

JAKE GYLLENHAAL (PRESUMED INNOCENT)

GARY OLDMAN (SLOW HORSES)

EDDIE REDMAYNE (THE DAY OF THE JACKAL)

HIROYUKI SANADA (SHŌGUN)

BILLY BOB THORNTON (LANDMAN)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY

KRISTEN BELL (NOBODY WANTS THIS)

QUINTA BRUNSON (ABBOTT ELEMENTARY)

AYO EDEBIRI (THE BEAR)

SELENA GOMEZ (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)

KATHRYN HAHN (AGATHA ALL ALONG)

JEAN SMART (HACKS)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY

ADAM BRODY (NOBODY WANTS THIS)

TED DANSON (A MAN ON THE INSIDE)

STEVE MARTIN (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)

JASON SEGEL (SHRINKING)

MARTIN SHORT (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)

JEREMY ALLEN WHITE (THE BEAR)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES, OR A MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION

CATE BLANCHETT (DISCLAIMER)

JODIE FOSTER (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)

CRISTIN MILIOTI (THE PENGUIN)

SOFÍA VERGARA (GRISELDA)

NAOMI WATTS (FEUD: CAPOTE VS. THE SWANS)

KATE WINSLET (THE REGIME)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES, OR A MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION

COLIN FARRELL (THE PENGUIN)

RICHARD GADD (BABY REINDEER)

KEVIN KLINE (DISCLAIMER)

COOPER KOCH (MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY)

EWAN MCGREGOR (A GENTLEMAN IN MOSCOW)

ANDREW SCOTT (RIPLEY)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE ON TELEVISION

LIZA COLÓN-ZAYAS (THE BEAR)

HANNAH EINBINDER (HACKS)

DAKOTA FANNING (RIPLEY)

JESSICA GUNNING (BABY REINDEER)

ALLISON JANNEY (THE DIPLOMAT)

KALI REIS (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE ON TELEVISION

TADANOBU ASANO (SHŌGUN)

JAVIER BARDEM (MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY)

HARRISON FORD (SHRINKING)

JACK LOWDEN (SLOW HORSES)

DIEGO LUNA (LA MÁQUINA)

EBON MOSS-BACHRACH (THE BEAR)

BEST PERFORMANCE IN STAND-UP COMEDY ON TELEVISION

JAMIE FOXX (JAMIE FOXX: WHAT HAD HAPPENED WAS)

NIKKI GLASER (NIKKI GLASER: SOMEDAY YOU’LL DIE)

SETH MEYERS (SETH MEYERS: DAD MAN WALKING)

ADAM SANDLER (ADAM SANDLER: LOVE YOU)

ALI WONG (ALI WONG: SINGLE LADY)

RAMY YOUSSEF (RAMY YOUSSEF: MORE FEELINGS)

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This year, the Golden Globes teamed up with X to create a special badge that nominees can add to their X profiles, identifying the recognition they’re receiving for their remarkable contributions to film and television.

About Golden Globes^®

As a premier entertainment awards show since 1944, the annual Golden Globes has honored achievements in both television and film. Over the last three decades, the Golden Globes has enabled donations of more than $55 million to entertainment-related charities including scholarship programs, film restoration projects and humanitarian efforts. This funding has also supported diverse programs in partnership with advocacy groups aimed at promoting greater access in Hollywood for underserved communities. Dick Clark Productions is the owner and producer of the Golden Globes. For more information on the Golden Globe Awards, please visit www.GoldenGlobes.com and follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, and in Spanish on X and Facebook.

About Dick Clark Productions

Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world's largest producer and proprietor of televised live event entertainment programming including the "Academy of Country Music Awards," "American Music Awards," "Billboard Music Awards," "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest," “Golden Globes,” “So You Think You Can Dance,” from 19 Entertainment and DCP, and “Streamy Awards.” Dick Clark Productions owns one of the world's most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation, in a subsidiary joint venture between Penske Media and Eldridge. Dick Clark Productions is a Penske Media company. For more information, please visit www.DickClark.com.

About CBS

CBS, a subsidiary of Paramount Global, creates and distributes industry-leading content across a variety of platforms to audiences around the world. The Company has businesses with origins that date back to the dawn of the broadcasting age as well as new ventures that operate on the leading edge of media. It includes some of the industry’s most successful and popular brands and businesses: CBS Television Network, CBS News and Stations, CBS Sports, CBS Studios, CBS Media Ventures and CBS digital properties.

About KPMG LLP

KPMG LLP is the US firm of the KPMG global organization of independent professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. The KPMG global organization operates in 143 countries and territories and has more than 273,000 partners and employees working in member firms around the world. Each KPMG firm is a legally distinct and separate entity and describes itself as such. For more detail about our structure, please visit home.kpmg/governance.

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Nominations Announced For 'The 67th Annual Grammy Awards'

NOMINATIONS ANNOUNCED FOR “THE 67^TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS”^®

Beyoncé leads with 11 Nominations; Charli xcx, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan and Taylor Swift Are This Year’s Other Leading Nominees

“Music’s Biggest Night^®” Airs Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, on CBS

Nominees for THE 67^TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS^® have been announced and topping the list are Beyoncé (11), Charli xcx (7), Billie Eilish (7), Kendrick Lamar (7), Post Malone (7), Sabrina Carpenter (6), Chappell Roan (6) and Taylor Swift (6). As the only peer-voted music award, the GRAMMY Awards® are selected by the Recording Academy®’s voting membership body of music makers, who represent all genres and creative disciplines, including recording artists, songwriters, composers, producers, mixers and engineers. The nominees were announced via a livestream event on live.GRAMMY.com and YouTube.

The GRAMMY Awards will return to Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025 (8:00-11:30 PM, live ET/5:00-8:30 PM, live PT) on the CBS Television Network and stream live and on-demand on Paramount+* (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs)*.

“Today we celebrate the amazing creative achievements of our music community,” said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. “It was an incredible year in music and these nominations reflect the work of a voting body that is more representative of the music community than ever before. The GRAMMY became music’s most coveted award precisely because the recognition comes from one’s peers, and I’m so grateful for the Academy’s 13,000 voting members who take the time to evaluate all the amazing music, cast their votes and honor their peers. Congratulations to all the nominees.”

This year’s eligibility period includes recordings released between Sept. 16, 2023 and Aug. 30, 2024. The final round of GRAMMY voting, which will determine GRAMMY recipients, will take place Dec. 12, 2024 to Jan. 3, 2025.

Prior to the telecast, the GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony^® will be held at the Peacock Theater at 12:30 PM, PT and will be streamed live on live.GRAMMY.com and the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel.

THE 67^TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS will again be produced by Fulwell 73 Productions for the Recording Academy. Ben Winston, Raj Kapoor and Jesse Collins are executive producers.  

The following is a sampling of nominations from THE 67^TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS’ 12 fields and 94 categories. For a complete nominations list, visit GRAMMY.com.

Record of the Year

“Now and Then” – The Beatles 

“TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” – Beyoncé 

“Espresso” – Sabrina Carpenter 

“360” – Charli xcx 

“BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Billie Eilish 

“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar 

“Good Luck, Babe!” – Chappell Roan 

“Fortnight” – Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone 

Album of the Year

New Blue Sun – André 3000 

COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé

Short n’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter

BRAT – Charli xcx 

Djesse Vol. 4 – Jacob Collier 

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT – Billie Eilish 

Chappell Roan the Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess – Chappell Roan 

THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT – Taylor Swift 

Song of the Year

“A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – Sean Cook, Jerrel Jones, Joe Kent, Chibueze Collins Obinna, Nevin Sastry & Mark Williams, songwriters (Shaboozey) 

“BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Billie Eilish O’Connell & Finneas O’Connell, songwriters (Billie Eilish) 

“Die with a Smile” – Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II, James Fauntleroy, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars & Andrew Watt, songwriters (Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars) 

“Fortnight” – Jack Antonoff, Austin Post & Taylor Swift, songwriters (Taylor Swift Featuring Post Malone) 

“Good Luck, Babe!” – Kayleigh Rose Amstutz, Daniel Nigro & Justin Tranter, songwriters (Chappell Roan)

“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar, songwriter (Kendrick Lamar) 

“Please Please Please” – Amy Allen, Jack Antonoff & Sabrina Carpenter, songwriters (Sabrina Carpenter)

“TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” – Brian Bates, Beyoncé, Elizabeth Lowell Boland, Megan Bülow, Nate Ferraro & Raphael Saadiq, songwriters (Beyoncé) 

Best New Artist

Benson Boone

Sabrina Carpenter 

Doechii 

Khruangbin 

RAYE

Chappell Roan

Shaboozey

Teddy Swims

Producer of the Year, Non-Classical

Alissia

Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II

Ian Fitchuk

Mustard

Daniel Nigro

Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical

Jessi Alexander

Amy Allen

Edgar Barrera

Jessie Jo Dillon

RAYE

Best Pop Vocal Album

Short n’ Sweet – Sabrina Carpenter 

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT – Billie Eilish 

eternal sunshine – Ariana Grande 

Chappell Roan the Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess – Chappell Roan 

THE TORTURED POETS DEPARTMENT – Taylor Swift 

Best Dance Pop Recording

“Make You Mine” – Madison Beer 

“Von dutch” – Charli xcx 

“L’AMOUR DE MA VIE [OVER NOW EXTENDED EDIT]” – Billie Eilish 

“yes, and?” – Ariana Grande 

“Got Me Started” – Troye Sivan 

Best Rock Song

“Beautiful People (Stay High)” – Dan Auerbach, Patrick Carney, Beck Hansen & Daniel Nakamura, songwriters (The Black Keys) 

“Broken Man” – Annie Clark, songwriter (St. Vincent) 

“Dark Matter” – Jeff Ament, Matt Cameron, Stone Gossard, Mike McCready, Eddie Vedder & Andrew Watt, songwriters (Pearl Jam) 

“Dilemma” – Billie Joe Armstrong, Tré Cool & Mike Dirnt, songwriters (Green Day) 

“Gift Horse” – Jon Beavis, Mark Bowen, Adam Devonshire, Lee Kiernan & Joe Talbot, songwriters (IDLES) 

Best Alternative Music Album

Wild God – Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds 

Charm – Clairo 

The Collective – Kim Gordon 

What Now – Brittany Howard 

All Born Screaming – St. Vincent 

Best R&B Song

“After Hours” – Diovanna Frazier, Alex Goldblatt, Kehlani Parrish, Khris Riddick-Tynes & Daniel Upchurch, songwriters (Kehlani) 

“Burning” – Ronald Banful & Temilade Openiyi, songwriters (Tems) 

“Here We Go (Uh Oh)” – Sara Diamond, Sydney Floyd, Marisela Jackson, Courtney Jones, Carl McCormick & Kelvin Wooten, songwriters (Coco Jones) 

“Ruined Me” – Jeff Gitelman, Priscilla Renea & Kevin Theodore, songwriters (Muni Long) 

“Saturn” – Rob Bisel, Carter Lang, Solána Rowe, Jared Solomon & Scott Zhang, songwriters (SZA) 

Best Progressive R&B Album

So Glad to Know You – Avery*Sunshine 

En Route – Durand Bernarr 

Bando Stone and the New World – Childish Gambino 

CRASH – Kehlani 

Why Lawd? – NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge) 

Best Rap Performance

“Enough (Miami)” – Cardi B 

“When the Sun Shines Again” – Common & Pete Rock Featuring Posdnuos 

“NISSAN ALTIMA” – Doechii 

“Houdini” – Eminem

“Like That” – Future, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar 

“Yeah Glo!” – GloRilla 

“Not Like Us” – Kendrick Lamar

Best Alternative Jazz Album

Night Reign – Arooj Aftab 

New Blue Sun – André 3000 

Code Derivation – Robert Glasper 

Foreverland – Keyon Harrold 

No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin – Meshell Ndegeocello 

Best Country Album

COWBOY CARTER – Beyoncé 

F-1 Trillion – Post Malone 

Deeper Well – Kacey Musgraves 

Higher – Chris Stapleton 

Whirlwind – Lainey Wilson 

Best Americana Album

The Other Side – T Bone Burnett 

$10 Cowboy – Charley Crockett 

Trail of Flowers – Sierra Ferrell 

Polaroid Lovers – Sarah Jarosz 

No One Gets Out Alive – Maggie Rose  

Tigers Blood – Waxahatchee 

Best Latin Pop Album

Funk Generation – Anitta 

El Viaje – Luis Fonsi 

GARCÍA – Kany García 

Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran – Shakira 

ORQUÍDEAS – Kali Uchis 

Best African Music Performance

“Tomorrow” – Yemi Alade 

“MMS” – Asake & Wizkid 

“Sensational” – Chris Brown Featuring Davido & Lojay 

“Higher” – Burna Boy 

“Love Me JeJe” – Tems 

Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media (Includes Film and Televison)

American Fiction – Laura Karpman, composer 

Challengers – Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross, composers 

The Color Purple – Kris Bowers, composer 

Dune: Part Two – Hans Zimmer, composer 

Shōgun – Nick Chuba, Atticus Ross & Leopold Ross, composers 

Best Opera Recording

Adams: Girls of the Golden West – John Adams, conductor; Paul Appleby, Julia Bullock, Hye Jung Lee, Daniela Mack, Elliot Madore, Ryan McKinny & Davóne Tines; Dmitriy Lipay, producer (Los Angeles Philharmonic; Los Angeles Master Chorale) 

Catán: Florencia en el Amazonas – Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conductor; Mario Chang, Michael Chioldi, Greer Grimsley, Nancy Fabiola Herrera, Mattia Olivieri, Ailyn Pérez & Gabriella Reyes; David Frost, producer (The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; The Metropolitan Opera Chorus) 

Moravec: The Shining – Gerard Schwarz, conductor; Tristan Hallett, Kelly Kaduce & Edward Parks; Blanton Alspaugh, producer (Kansas City Symphony; Lyric Opera of Kansas City Chorus) 

Puts: The Hours – Yannick Nézet-Séguin, conductor; Joyce DiDonato, Renée Fleming & Kelli O’Hara; David Frost, producer (Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; Metropolitan Opera Chorus) 

Saariaho: Adriana Mater – Esa-Pekka Salonen, conductor; Fleur Barron, Axelle Fanyo, Nicholas Phan & Christopher Purves; Jason O’Connell, producer (San Francisco Symphony; San Francisco Symphony Chorus; Timo Kurkikangas) 

THE 67^TH ANNUAL GRAMMY AWARDS is distributed internationally by Paramount Global Content Distribution, excluding Latin America.

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About the Recording Academy

The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music’s history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum^®, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares^®, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards – music’s only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world’s leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.

For more information about the GRAMMY Awards and the Recording Academy, please visit GRAMMY.com and RecordingAcademy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @RecordingAcad on X (Twitter), “like” Recording Academy on Facebook, and join the Recording Academy’s social communities on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and LinkedIn. For media assets, please visit the Recording Academy Press Room.

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The Toy Foundation Announces 2025 Toy of the Year Award Finalists

The Toy Foundation™ Announces 2025 Toy of the Year^® (TOTY^®) Award Finalists

115 Toys & Games to Top Holiday Wish Lists!

NEW YORK, NY | November 7, 2024 – From a doll hidden behind a magic mirror to a sound-sensing robot, to dozens of toys that innovate beloved play patterns, the 2025 Toy of the Year^® (TOTY^®) Award finalists, announced today by The Toy Foundation™ (TTF), represent the most sought-out toys just in time for the holiday season. Known as the “Oscars of the toy industry,” the TOTY Awards celebrate the creativity of the global toy community and serves as a key fundraiser for TTF’s year-round philanthropic work supporting children in need.

Between now and January 10, 2025, play-lovers of all ages can visit ToyAwards.org to vote for their favorite playthings in each of the 16 categories, browse toys, and make shopping lists for the holidays. Finalists were announced this morning by a group of well-known content creators who serve as TOTY ambassadors. See the full list of finalists below.

Winners in each category, as well as the coveted overall Toy of the Year winner and the People’s Choice winner (based solely on consumer votes), will be announced at the TOTY Awards gala on Friday, February 28, 2025, at Cipriani 42^nd Street in New York City. The celebration kicks off Toy Fair^® 2025 (March 1-4, 2025) and includes the induction of seven trailblazers into the esteemed Toy Industry Hall of Fame.

All event proceeds (including TOTY nomination fees) benefit TTF’s initiatives, including the Children’s Hospital Play Grants program to bring the healing power of play to children in hospital settings; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program to reach all communities with play; and The Toy Bank program to deliver the comfort and security of a toy to children in need around the world. The TOTY celebration will spotlight each of these program areas and the impact of bringing the benefits of play to children in need, as well as serve as an opportunity to donate and further its mission.

“This year’s TOTY finalists exemplify our industry’s talent for delivering joy, encouraging exploration, and enhancing learning through the power of play,” said Pam Mastrota, executive director of The Toy Foundation. “We are proud to not only celebrate these innovative playthings but also the philanthropic impact fundraising for the TOTY Awards celebration will have in supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of children in need around the world. We invite everyone to have a say in the next TOTY winners and cast their votes!”

2025 TOTY FINALISTS

Additional details on each finalist are available at ToyAwards.org

ACTION FIGURE OF THE YEAR

Toys that represent a person or fictional character intended for active, imaginative, and narrative-based play.

• DC Multiverse Batman (Batman: Classic TV Series) Action Figure by McFarlane Toys
• Godzilla x Kong 13" Mega Figures by Playmates Toys, Inc.
• LEGO DC Batman: Batman Construction Figure and the Bat-Pod Bike by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• Sonic the Hedgehog 3 12-Inch Ultimate Talking Sonic Figure by JAKKS Pacific
• Stumble Guys Action Figures by P.M.I. Trading & Enterprise Ltd
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pet to Ninja Deluxe Figures by Playmates Toys, Inc.
• Transformers One Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax) by Hasbro, Inc.

COLLECTIBLE OF THE YEAR

Toys that compose a set and are designed to be collected in multiples; can include novelty playthings, miniature versions of existing lines, licensed collectibles, etc.

• Deddy Bears Plush in Coffin by Innov8 Academy
• Disney Lacers by Disney Consumer Products
• Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
• Enchanted Elegance Collection - Ariel, Mulan, Rapunzel by Mattel, Inc.
• LEGO Minifigures Dungeons & Dragons by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• Pokémon Trainer Guess: Unova Edition by Ultra PRO
• Pop! Yourself by Funko Inc.
• Sticki Rolls Sticki Book by Sky Castle Toys

CONSTRUCTION TOY/PLAYSET OF THE YEAR

Toys that include building as the primary play pattern and/or playsets with pieces that are designed to work together to enact some action or event, including characters and role play.

• Gecko Run: Marble Run by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
• LEGO Ideas Dungeons & Dragons: Red Dragon’s Tale Set by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• LEGO City Space Base and Rocket Launchpad by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• Miraculous Paris Heroez Playset by Playmates Toys, Inc.
• Park & Play Camper by The Radio Flyer Company
• TECTI Kinetic Building System by Fun in Motion Toys
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Classic Technodrome Playset by Playmates Toys, Inc.

CREATIVE TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys that allow kids to build and/or make items that are unique to them.

• Clixo Tropical Birds Pack by Toyish Labs Inc.
• HEY CLAY Fluffy Pets by TRENDFORMER LIMITED
• Melissa & Doug Sticker WOW! by Spin Master Corporation
• Mini Brands Create MasterChef by ZURU, Inc.
• Mini Pottery Studio by Make It Real
• Playper Curious Kingdom Castle Playset by Playper
• STEM Explorers Pixel Suncatchers by Learning Resources Inc.

DOLL OF THE YEAR

Toys that include baby, toddler, and fashion dolls.

• 12” Rainbow Brite Doll by The Loyal Subjects
• Be Loved Babies by IMC Toys US, Inc
• Disney Junior Splash & Glow Ariel Doll by Just Play, LLC
• Magic Mixies Pixie Supremes Magic Mirror by Moose Toys, LLC
• Miraculous Hero Switch Ladybug by Playmates Toys, Inc.
• My Friends & Me Baby Doll with Vitiligo by Miniland Educational Corp.
• Yummiland by MGA Entertainment

EDUCATIONAL TOY OF THE YEAR

Recognizing that all toys have learning benefits, this category is meant for toys and games that go above and beyond and are designed specifically to meet an educational purpose such as helping a child develop a particular skill or teaching a child about a particular subject area (including but not limited to STEM).

• Bionic Robotic Arm by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
• DK Virtual Reality History! by Abacus Brands, Inc
• HyperTiles by Fun in Motion Toys
• LEGO Technic Planet Earth and Moon in Orbit by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• National Geographic Epic Circuits Science Kit by Blue Marble
• Story Time Backgammon by Story Time Learning
• Tonies Audiobooks by Tonies USA
• ZipString Luma by ZipString

GAME OF THE YEAR

For families and children’s (ages 0-14) games including board, card, electronic or other physical game formats and puzzles, exclusive of video or app games.

• Chronicles of Light: Darkness Falls (Disney Edition) by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
• Flip 7 by The Op
• Gnome Hollow by The Op
• Hitster by Jumbo Group
• Life in Reterra by Hasbro, Inc.
• SNAP 2 IT by Elenco Electronics, LLC
• UNO Show 'em No Mercy by Mattel, Inc.

GROWN-UP TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys and games developed primarily for grown-ups/kidults, including party games, board games, collectibles, arts and crafts, and more. These toys are often fueled by fandoms, social media, and mature humor.

• Hot Wheels x Daniel Arsham Collection by Mattel, Inc.
• Kanoodle Ultimate Champion by Educational Insights
• LEGO Ideas JAWS by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• LEGO Ideas Polaroid OneStep SX-70 Camera by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• Oh My Pigeons! by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
• The Gang by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
• Trivial Pursuit Generations by Ageless Innovation

INFANT/TODDLER TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys that are developed for ages 0-3 (0-18 months infant/18 months-3 years toddler).

• Bebé Fuerte Count & Groove Bouncy Barbell by TOMY
• Discoverosity 3-in-1 Sensory Table by Skip Hop
• Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Ultimate Playhouse by Mattel, Inc.
• Jelly Blox Stash 'N Stack 2-in-1 Storage Case by Goliath North America
• LEGO DUPLO 3in1 Space Shuttle Adventure by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• Ms. Rachel Surprise Learning Box by Spin Master Corporation
• Scan & Sort Grocery Cart with Lights and Sounds by The Radio Flyer Company

LICENSE OF THE YEAR

Character or property that has had success spreading its brand through the development and merchandising of products developed from the intellectual property.

• Barbie 65^th Anniversary by Mattel, Inc.
• Bluey by BBC Studios
• Ms. Rachel by Spin Master Corporation
• Pokémon by The Pokémon Company International, Inc.
• Polly Pocket 35^th Anniversary by Mattel, Inc.
• Squishmallows by Jazwares
• Stitch by Disney Consumer Products

OUTDOOR TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys that are designed for outdoor play, including ride-ons, i.e. motorized vehicles, bicycles, scooters, wagons, bubbles, sports toys, role play etc.

• Cornhole Shootout by ABetter Design Company
• EastPoint Sports Premium Axe Throw Target Game by Buffalo Games Inc.
• Flybar GLOW Bumper Car by Flybar Inc
• Mega Cyborg Hydro Blaster by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
• Miracle-Gro Kids' Garden Tool Set by Red Tool Box Ltd.
• PoppinColorz Hydra 2-in-1 Blaster by South Beach Bubbles
• WonderWalks Exploration Game by Pennycake

PLUSH TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys that are made of fabric and stuffed with soft filling, including toys with interactive or electronic features.

• Disney Shoulder Plush by Disney Consumer Products
• Emotional Baggage by Solobo Toys
• Fahlo Animal Tracking Plush by Fahlo
• FurReal Peanut the Playful Monkey by Just Play, LLC
• Hello Kitty Loves Cheer Bear 10” Collectible Care Bears Plush 2-Pack by Basic Fun!
• Little Live Pets My Baby Monkey by Moose Toys, LLC
• Ms. Rachel Speak & Sing Doll by Spin Master Corporation

PRESCHOOL TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys that are developed for ages 3-5.

• BRIO World Dinosaur Deluxe Train Set by Ravensburger North America, Inc.
• Color Wonder Magic Light Brush by Crayola, LLC
• Fisher-Price Rockin' Record Player by Mattel, Inc.
• Imaginext Star Wars Darth Vader Bot by Mattel, Inc.
• Magic Adventures Binoculars by LeapFrog
• Little Tikes Story Dream Machine by MGA Entertainment
• Melissa & Doug Sort, Stock, Select Wooden Vending Machine Play Set by Spin Master Corporation
• Tile Town Bluey Heeler Home by Moose Toys, LLC

SPECIALTY TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys from manufacturers that primarily do business through independent retailers (neighborhood toy stores, museum shops, vacation destinations, and similar venues) or in limited quantities online. Voted on exclusively by specialty retailers through Astra.

• Dynamic Pixel Piano by Hape
• HEXEL by Plus-Plus USA
• LEGO Gravity Drop by Klutz
• Living Puppets Murray by Thin Air Brands, LLC
• Pinball Machine Maker: Gumball Rally by Thames & Kosmos LLC
• Professor Maxwell’s VR Atlas 2.0 by Abacus Brands, Inc
• Snap Circuits Nite Lite by Elenco Electronics, LLC

TECH TOY OF THE YEAR

Toys created in any category that have a meaningful tech element involved, that is directly related to or extremely enhances the play pattern.

• Bitzee Disney by Spin Master Corporation
• Hatchimals Alive Mystery Hatch by Spin Master Corporation
• Hero: Sound-Sensing Robot by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
• Pictionary vs. AI by Mattel, Inc.
• PLAi Poe The Ai Story Bear by Skyrocket Toys
• RealFX Disney Stitch Puppet by WOW! Stuff
• TapTap Arcade by FlyCatcher Inc.

VEHICLE OF THE YEAR

Toy cars, trucks, trains, and other vehicles in all scales, including R/C vehicles and ride-ons not exclusively for outdoor use.

• Flat 2 Fast Card Racers by Luki Lab
• Go! Go! Smart Wheels Checkered Flag Motorized Track Set by VTech Electronics North America, LLC
• Kids Clean Car by Henry's Toy Box Inc
• LEGO Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance by LEGO Systems, Inc.
• Play-Doh Pizza Delivery Scooter Playset by Hasbro, Inc.
• RoboRails: The Robot Monorail System by Thames & Kosmos, LLC
• Sky Viper Type-R Performance Racing Drone by Skyrocket Toys

For more information about the TOTY Awards voting and selection process, visit ToyAwards.org.

The TOTY Awards gala is open exclusively to toy industry professionals. Tickets for the event will be available for purchase on December 2; all TOTY proceeds are donated to The Toy Foundation, which partners with generous toy companies throughout the year to bring brand-new toys to children who are sick, at-risk, in foster care, impoverished, or otherwise in need.

Transformers One Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax)

Experience the epic origins of Transformers with this Power Flip Optimus Prime (Orion Pax) action figure! Inspired by the heroic journey of Optimus Prime depicted in the Transformers One movie, this toy converts between four different modes: Orion Pax, Cybertronian Truck, Optimus Prime, and Ultimate Optimus Prime. During the conversion process, Power Flip Optimus Prime grows in height from 8 to 10 inches. Hold the toy’s arms and flip the figure for an epic finale to finish the conversion to Ultimate Optimus Prime. Lights, sounds, and phrases activate at the push of a button or by converting between modes.

$49.99 | 6+ | Website

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pet to Ninja Deluxe Figures

Ooze turned these teens from pet turtles to a crime-fighting ninja team! Recreate the iconic mutation at home with the Pet to Ninja figures. The transformation is easy (and less messy than using ooze)! Start by lifting the back shell of the Mutations Deluxe 5.5" Turtle and extending his legs. Then, pull on its front shell and twist to transform! Snap the shells back into place and jump into action! Each figure is highly poseable and ready for action-packed battle! The highly detailed figures come with each character's signature weapon, a pizza throwing star, and a display stand.

$12.99 | 4+ | Website

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 12-Inch Ultimate Talking Sonic Figure

This 12-inch movie-styled Sonic figure is the ultimate Sonic the Hedgehog toy! This figure has 15 points of articulation, boasts a realistic movie aesthetic, includes more than 30 iconic and humorous phrases and sounds from the films, and lights up! Press Sonic’s chest to activate light-up eyes and quills, or press Sonic’s hands and sneakers to activate the phrases and sounds and really bring the action to life!

$49.99 | 3+ | Website

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Classic Technodrome Playset

The Technodrome Vehicle Playset is authentically sculpted and decorated to match the original release of the toy more than 30 years ago. It features three Mutant Play Areas inside — the Spring-Loaded Brain Scrambler, Turtle-Smashing EyeSpy Radar, and Turtle Mutation Chamber — and more Turtle-tenderizin’ traps. The Classic Technodrome is packed out in classic 1980s graphics for the ultimate retro design.

$69.99 | 4+ | Website

About The Toy Foundation™ www.toyfoundation.org

The Toy Foundation™ (TTF) is a 501 (c)(3) children's charity and philanthropic arm of The Toy Association™. The uniting force for the collective philanthropy of the toy industry for the benefit of all children in need, TTF works with small, medium, and large companies to create a world where every child experiences the comfort, joy, and extraordinary physical, emotional, and educational benefits of play through three program areas — The Toy Bank, Play Grants, and Talent Pipeline Program. Thanks to the toy industry’s support, TTF has delivered play to more than 33 million children in need around the world.

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CBS to Air the 27th Annual Family Film and TV Awards on November 9

THE 27^TH ANNUAL “FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS” TO AIR ON CBS NOV. 9 WITH HOSTS KEVIN FRAZIER AND AMANDA KLOOTS

Nominees Celebrating Excellence in Family-Oriented Film and Television Announced Legendary “Leave It to Beaver” Actor Jerry Mathers will Receive the Icon Award

CBS announced today the hosts and nominees for the 27th annual FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS, celebrating excellence in family-oriented film and television. Kevin Frazier (ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT host) and Amanda Kloots (THE TALK host) will lead the awards show airing Saturday, Nov. 9 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT), exclusively on the CBS Television Network and streaming on Paramount+*. Jerry Mathers, renowned for his beloved role as Beaver Cleaver on the classic television series “Leave It to Beaver,” will be honored with the Icon Award.

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“At FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS, we honor the timeless stories that remind us of the importance of family, no matter what form it takes. From classic TV series to our current favorites, these programs celebrate the bonds that unite us. Associated Television International is proud to produce this event, shining a light on the heartwarming entertainment that brings families together and enriches our shared experiences,” says executive producer David McKenzie.

FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS is proud to support the U.S. Marine Toys for Tots program, a year-round initiative dedicated to assisting families in need across the nation. In the spirit of giving, this year’s broadcast will feature a special segment highlighting the Marines’ impactful work in communities throughout the United States. Their commitment goes beyond the holiday season; they deliver books and educational resources to children all year long, empowering them with the tools they need to thrive.

FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS is produced once again by Associated Television International.

*Paramount+ Premium subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service as well as on demand. Essential-tier subscribers will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.

Nominations for the 27^TH annual FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS include:

Outstanding Actors in a Feature Film

• Mark Wahlberg (Arthur the King)
• Ryan Reynolds (IF)
• Timothée Chalamet (Dune: Part Two)
• Zachary Levi (Harold and the Purple Crayon)
• Zendaya (Dune: Part Two)

Outstanding Actors in a TV Series

• Amandla Stenberg (The Acolyte)
• Gordon Cormier (Avatar: The Last Airbender)
• Iain Armitage (Young Sheldon)
• Louisa Harland (Renegade Nell)
• Walker Scobell (Percy Jackson and the Olympians)

Best Iconic Film

• Elf
• Mary Poppins
• The Karate Kid
• The Princess Bride
• Willow

Best Iconic Classic Television Series

• Happy Days
• Home Improvement
• Saved by the Bell
• The Andy Griffith Show
• The Wonder Years

Best Competition Series Television

• America’s Got Talent
• American Ninja Warrior
• Big Brother
• Survivor
• The Amazing Race

Best Game Show

• Family Feud
• Let’s Make a Deal
• Lingo
• The Price Is Right
• Wheel of Fortune

Outstanding Reality Show

• LEGO Masters
• Little People, Big World
• Masters of Illusion
• Military Makeover with Montel

Best Ensemble Television Series

• Abbott Elementary
• Avatar: The Last Airbender
• Percy Jackson and the Olympians
• The Spiderwick Chronicles
• Young Sheldon

Best Feature Film

• Arthur the King
• Dune: Part Two
• Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
• Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire
• Twisters

About the FAMILY FILM AND TV AWARDS

Popstar! Magazine and its affiliates including Popstar! News, Popstar! Today, and Popstar! Radio audience of nearly 4 million people nominated their favorite family films and television programs. Popstar! editors, writers, and social commentators evaluated the suggestions to determine the nominees. The winners in each category will be determined based on the highest number of audience votes and The Popstar! Awards Committee consists of diverse professionals from entertainment, music, television, healthcare, business, education, and journalism, including Popstar! social media influencers and magazine staff.

For more details visit https://familyfilmawards.com.

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Nickelodeon to Air the 2024 MTV 'VMAs' On September 11

The 2024 MTV VMAs return Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, to celebrate the best music videos made in the last year. Who do you think leads the nominations? Hint: the same person as last year.

The 2024 MTV VMA Awards will kick off at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Wednesday, Sept. 11 from UBS Arena in Long Island, N.Y. Courtesy of MTV

MTV Video Music Awards season is officially upon us, with the stage set for multiple star-studded performances by your favorite artists. 

And this year’s host is none other than Megan Thee Stallion, who is set to make “Hot Girl History” on stage as both an emcee and nominee live from the UBS Arena in Long Island, New York.

Other than “supersized performances” from Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, among others, you can expect “epic tributes and unforgettable appearances from the world’s biggest celebrities to celebrate the best music videos of the past year,” according to MTV. 

MTV plans to donate profits to 9/11 Day and Tuesday’s Children in observance of the 23rd anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. 

Here’s what you need to know about the 2024 MTV VMA awards, including nominees, what performers are set to take the stage and how to tune in. 

When are the 2024 MTV VMAs?

The show is set to air live at 8 p.m. ET/PT on Wednesday, Sept. 11 on MTV.  Sister brands like Nickelodeon, BET, BET Her, CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV2, Paramount Network, Pop, TV Land and VH1 will also air the show. 

MTV has teamed up with TelevisaUnivision for the second year in a row to host a simultaneous broadcast on Univision. An “encore presentation” of the awards show will air on UNIMÁS at 11:30PM ET/PT.

Who is performing at the 2024 MTV VMAs?

A roster of global superstars have been tapped to hit MTV’s main stage, including Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, LISA, Halsey, Camila Cabello, GloRilla, Rauw Alejandro, Benson Boone, Lenny Kravitz, Anitta, Karol G, LL Cool J and Shawn Mendes. 

Katy Perry is set to receive the MTV Video Vanguard Award during the show, performing some of her biggest hits for the first time on the MTV stage since 2017. 

Who are the 2024 MTV VMA nominees?

Taylor Swift leads the pack, just like last year, with 10 nods, followed closely by Post Malone with nine, Eminem, Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter all tied with six each, then Megan Thee Stallion and SZA with five each and LiSa, Olivia Rodrigo and Teddy Swims close the circle with four nominations each.

There are also 29 first-time VMA nominees who have multiple nods, including Sabrina Carpenter, Teddy Swims, Benson Boone, Tyla, Sexyy Red and Victoria Monét. 

Also among the first-timers: Chappell Roan, Jelly Roll, Jessie Murph, Rauw Alejandro, Tyler Childers and The Warning, Alexander Stewart, Burna Boy, Coco Jones, Flyana Boss, Gracie Abrams, Gunna, Joyner Lucas, Laufey, LE SSERAFIM, Lojay, Morgan Wallen, Myke Towers, NCT Dream, Pheelz, Playboi Carti, RAYE, and Shaboozey.

How to vote for 2024 MTV VMA nominees?

MTV has announced a ‘Bonus Week’ of Voting across general categories; now closing September 6 at 6 pm ET. Fans vote for their favorites across 15 gender-neutral categories, including the highly-coveted “Video of the Year,” presented by Burger King^®, by visiting vote.mtv.com thanks to The General Insurance^®. Voting for “Best New Artist,” Presented by DraftKings^® will remain active into show. Fans can vote online at https://www.mtv.com/vma/vote/.

The 2024 VMAs have also announced its four Social Categories including: “Song of Summer,” presented by Hilton, “Best Group,” and two all-new categories with “VMAs Most Iconic Performance” and “Best Trending Video.” All voting will be hosted on @MTV Instagram Story.

Fans will also be able to vote for Best Trending Video, a newly added category that celebrates the artist’s videos and/or songs inspired fandoms to generate tremendous content related to the video and/or song starting 9/2 at @ 11 AM ET on @MTV Instagram Story (1 round, tap to vote); closes 9/3 @ 11 AM ET.

Meanwhile, get ready for 24 hours of fan voting for VMAs Most Iconic Performance, the new category that celebrates some of the most memorable VMAs performances from the history of the show begins Tuesday, 9/10 at 11 am ET on @MTV Instagram Story (1 Round, tap to vote); concludes 9/11 @ 11 AM ET. The nominees are:

Beyoncé – “Love on Top”

Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Madonna, Missy Elliott – “Like a Virgin” & “Hollywood”

Eminem – “Real Slim Shady” & “The Way I Am”

Katy Perry – “Roar”

Lady Gaga – “Paparazzi”

Madonna – “Like a Virgin”

Taylor Swift – “You Belong With Me”

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Nickelodeon to Air BET Awards 2024 on June 30

CHILDISH GAMBINO, CHLÖE, COCO JONES,

KEKE PALMER, MARSHA AMBROSIUS, AND

SUMMER WALKER JOIN THE STAR-STUDDED LINE-UP OF PERFORMERS ON CULTURE’S BIGGEST NIGHT,

BET AWARDS 2024

PRESENTERS FOR THE NIGHT INCLUDE ANDRA DAY,

COLMAN DOMINGO, DC YOUNG FLY, DEVALE ELLIS, JAY ELLIS, JESSICA BETTS, MS. PAT, NIECY NASH-BETTS, SAUCY SANTANA, AND MORE

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“CULTURE’S BIGGEST NIGHT” TO KICK OFF WITH

RED CARPET LIVE SHOW HOSTED BY TERRENCE J,

PRETTY VEE, TANK, MOUSE JONES & SOUNDS BY JAE MURPHY WITH PERFORMANCES BY TOO $HORT, LIL’ MO, REMY MA,

DJ QUIK, BLXST & BINO RIDEAUX, CONNIE DIIAMOND, 4BATZ, HUNXHO, KALAN.FRFR, MARIAH THE SCIENTIST,

OCTOBER LONDON, TEE GRIZZLEY, CASH COBAIN, AND 310BABII

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BET MEDIA GROUP TO OFFER AUDIO DESCRIPTION CAPABILITIES AT BET AWARDS 2024 FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED

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BET AWARDS 2024 WILL AIR LIVE SUNDAY, JUNE 30 AT

8 PM ET/ PT ON BET

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#BETAWARDS

#CULTURESBIGGESTNIGHT

New York, NY – (June 28, 2024) – Today, BET revealed a star-studded lineup of presenters and performers who will take the stage at the BET Awards 2024.  LIVE from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Performances by Childish Gambino, Chlöe, Coco Jones, Keke Palmer, Marsha Ambrosius, and Summer Walker, alongside presenters Andra Day, Colman Domingo, DC Young Fly, Devale Ellis, Jay Ellis, Jessica Betts, Ms. Pat, Niecy Nash-Betts, Saucy Santana and more.  Academy Award^® nominated and Golden Globe^® winning actor, author, director, producer, and philanthropist Taraji P. Henson will return to host, and GRAMMY^® award-winning global entertainment icon USHER will be honored with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement BET Award.   BET Awards 2024 will air LIVE on Sunday, June 30 at 8:00 PM ET/PT on BET, BET Her, VH1, CMT, Comedy Central, Logo, MTV, MTV2, Nick at Night, Pop, and TV Land.

These presenters and artists will join the stage with a notable line-up of previously announced performers, including GloRilla, Ice Spice, Latto, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Megan Thee Stallion, Muni Long, Sexyy Red, Shaboozey, Tanner Adell, Tyla, Victoria Monét, YG Marley, and Will Smith.

BET AWARDS 2024 will kick off with an explosive Red Carpet Live Show at 6:00 pm ET/PT hosted by Terrence J, with performances by Too $hort, Lil’ Mo, Blxst & Bino Rideaux, Connie Diiamond, 4batz, Hunxho, Kalan.FrFr, Mariah The Scientist, October London, Remy Ma, Tee Grizzley, 310babii, and the legendary DJ Quik. Pretty Vee will serve as a correspondent; Tank will host the Style Stage, and Mouse Jones will host the exclusive “BET Awards” live stream, while Jae Murphy will serve as the Red Carpet DJ. Matasa Williams is the Executive Producer of the Red Carpet Live Show.

BET Media Group is also proud to announce enhanced accessibility for this year’s BET Awards. This addition ensures that blind and visually impaired viewers can fully experience the event by providing audio-narrated descriptions of the program’s key visual elements. This enhancement promises a richer viewing experience for all. The audio description will be provided on the Secondary Audio Programming (SAP) channel by industry leaders VITAC and Audio Eyes on BET, TV Land, MTV2 and POP.

BET Awards, has been the #1 cable award show among all adults 18-49 for the last three consecutive years and is the #1 cable award show among Black adults 18-49 for the 22nd consecutive year (CY02-CY23). BET Awards is the ultimate platform to showcase the best, brightest, and most beautiful aspects of the Black experience – honoring the present and future of Black music, creativity, and sportsmanship, by celebrating the culture and being a driving force for social change.

Drake leads BET Awards 2024 nominations with an outstanding seven nods. The official BET Awards 2024 nominees were selected by a voting academy of esteemed music industry insiders, performers, and presenters. Click HERE for the complete list of BET Awards 2024 nominees.

Vote now for BET Awards 2024 Viewer’s Choice Award. Voting ends June 30, 2024, at 6:30 PM PT/ 9:30 PM ET.

BET.com/bet-awards is the official site for BET Awards 2024 and is the official source for the latest news and updates about this year's show. Follow the team @BET and @BETAWARDS.

Connie Orlando, EVP of Specials, Music Programming & Music Strategy, will oversee and Executive Produce the annual show, with Jamal Noisette, SVP of Tentpoles & Music Community Engagement, to also Executive Produce for BET. Jesse Collins Entertainment is the production company for the show, with Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, and Jeannae Rouzan-Clay also serving as Executive Producers.

BET is transforming Culture’s Biggest Night into Culture’s Biggest Week with BET Experience 2024, promising the ultimate in Black culture and entertainment. With a lineup of culture’s most influential artists, including Cardi B, Davido, Gunna, Sexyy Red, The Roots, Common, Queen Latifah, Jungle Brothers, and many more electrifying talent, experts, and tastemakers, the week promises to be one to remember.

Attendees will enjoy unforgettable live performances, comedy shows, culture-shifting conversations, immersive workshops, and much more! Anchoring this year’s Experience is fan-favorite BETX 2024 Fan Fest, a free, all-ages two-day cultural festival taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Friday, June 28, and Saturday, June 29. For more information, visit BETExperience.com.

For more information about BET, visit www.bet.com and follow @BET on social platforms. For more BET news announcements, visit betpressroom.com.

ABOUT BET:

The BET Media Group, a unit of Paramount (NASDAQ: PARAA; PARA), is the world’s largest media company dedicated to entertaining, engaging, and empowering the Black community and championing Black culture. Connecting Black audiences through a portfolio of brands including BET, BET+, BET Gospel, BET HER, BET International, BET Jams, BET Soul, BET Studios, and VH1, the BET Media Group is a thriving media ecosystem of leading interconnected platforms across cable TV, streaming, digital, studios, live events and international.

For more information about BET, visit www.bet.com and follow @BET on social platforms. For more BET news announcements, visit betpressroom.com.

ABOUT BET AWARDS

BET Awards is one of the most-watched award shows on cable television according to the Nielsen Company. The BET Awards franchise remains the #1 program in cable TV history among African-Americans, and it is the #1 telecast for BET every year. It recognizes the triumphs and successes of artists, entertainers, and athletes in a variety of categories.

About Jesse Collins Entertainment

Founded in 2012, Jesse Collins Entertainment (JCE) is a full-service Emmy winning production company that has played an integral role in producing many of television's most memorable moments in music entertainment.  JCE's award-winning and critically acclaimed television includes programming from its three divisions.  From the scripted division: scripted series—Real Husbands of Hollywood, American Soul and miniseries—The New Edition Story and The Bobby Brown Story.  From the unscripted division: unscripted series – Gabrielle Union: My Journey to 50, Oh Hell No! With Marlon Wayans, Cardi Tries, My Killer Body with K. Michelle, DJ Cassidy's Pass the Mic and Forward: The Future of Black Music, competition/game shows—Celebrity Squares, Becoming A Popstar, Rhythm + Flow, Sunday Best, Hip Hop Squares and Nashville Squares, talk shows – Yara Shahidi's Day Off and Face to Face with Becky G, and children's series—Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices (Daytime Emmy Award winner).  From the specials division: award shows—The Emmy Awards, The American Music Awards, BET Awards, Soul Train Awards, BET Hip Hop Awards, Black Girls Rock!, BET Honors, UNCF's An Evening of Stars and ABFF Honors, specials—The Super Bowl Halftime Show (Primetime Emmy Award winner), The Light We Carry: Michelle Obama & Oprah Winfrey (Primetime Emmy^® Award nominee), A GRAMMY Salute to 50 Years of Hip Hop, Lil Rel Howery: I said it. Y'all thinking it., CNN's Juneteenth: A Global Celebration of Freedom, Martin: The Reunion, John Lewis: Celebrating A Hero, Love & Happiness: An Obama Celebration, Change Together: From The March On Washington To Today, A GRAMMY Salute to the Sounds of Change, Stand Up for Heroes, Dear Mama, Amanda Seales: I Be Knowin', Def Comedy Jam 25, Leslie Jones: Time Machine, The All-Star Nickmas Spectacular and Rip the Runway.  Emmy winner Jesse Collins, Founder and CEO, is the executive producer of all JCE programming.  He is also an executive producer for the annual Grammy Awards and the 75^th Annual Emmy Awards.  Collins also produced the 2021 Oscars and 2022 Golden Globes.

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