Performers Announced for "The 52nd American Music Awards" Live Monday, May 25

Performers Announced for "The 52nd American Music Awards" Live Monday, May 25

The Futon Critic
The Futon CriticMay 7, 2026

Summary

CBS and Dick Clark Productions have unveiled the first wave of performers for the 52nd American Music Awards, set for May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the show's largest venue to date. Host Queen Latifah will anchor the live broadcast on CBS and Paramount+, featuring acts such as Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims and Twenty One Pilots, alongside nominations led by Taylor Swift with eight nods. Fan voting is open now and closes May 8, with two categories remaining open through the broadcast. Additional performers and honorees will be announced in the weeks leading up to the event.

Performers Announced for "The 52nd American Music Awards" Live Monday, May 25

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