Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 7, 2025 · Entertainment

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Sabrina Carpenter and Tate McRae flashed the flesh in very revealing gowns as they led the glamour at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday night

THE SCHOLARLY NOTE EXCLUSIVE

The wait is finally over, folks! The nominees for this year's prestigious awards have been announced, and we've got all the juicy details for you!

As reported by our team of expert researchers at thescholarlynote.com, the list of nominees includes some of the biggest names in the industry. From music to movies, TV shows to theater productions, every category has been packed with talented individuals vying for the top spot.

Ashlee sizzled in a black sequin ensemble

Let's take a closer look at some of the most talked-about categories:

The Music Awards

This year's music awards have seen a surge in nominations from new artists and seasoned pros alike. The highly-anticipated Best Female Artist category features a diverse range of talents, including Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, and Ariana Grande.

The Espresso hitmaker wore her blonde tresses in voluminous curls

But who will take home the coveted award? According to insiders, Billie Eilish has been a hot favorite among voters with her chart-topping hits like "Bad Guy" and "When the Party's Over". However, don't count out Taylor Swift just yet - she's known for pulling off surprise wins in the past!

Meanwhile, the Best Male Artist category is heating up with nominations from Kendrick Lamar, Drake, and Ed Sheeran. Who will emerge victorious?

The Movie Awards

The singer looked like a grecian goddess in a flowing sheer white gown as she arrived at the event

This year's movie awards have seen a significant increase in diversity among nominees. The Best Actress category features an impressive lineup of talented actresses, including Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, and Renee Zellweger.

But it's the Best Actor category that has everyone talking - with nominations from Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale, and Joel Edgerton. Will Leonardo DiCaprio finally take home his long-awaited Oscar?

The TV Awards

Her white underwear peeked out from underneath the sultry gown

Get ready for some serious drama in this year's TV awards! The Best Drama Series category features a whopping 10 nominees, including Game of Thrones, Stranger Things, and The Crown.

But the real surprise is in the Best Comedy Series category - with nominations from Schitt's Creek, Fleabag, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Will Schitt's Creek take home the top prize?

The Theater Awards

The hitmaker wore delicate glam for the occasion

The theater world has been abuzz with excitement over the nominees for this year's awards. The Best Actor category features a talented lineup, including Hugh Jackman, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Andrew Garfield.

But it's the Best Actress category that has everyone talking - with nominations from Cate Blanchett, Audra McDonald, and Kerry Washington. Will Cate Blanchett finally take home her long-awaited award?

And there you have it, folks! The nominees for this year's awards are a talented bunch, but only one can take home the top prize. Stay tuned to thescholarlynote.com for all the latest updates and analysis on the biggest night in entertainment!

She wore smokey eye makeup for the occasion

Here is the complete list of nominees:

The Music Awards

  • Best Female Artist: Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande
  • Best Male Artist: Kendrick Lamar, Drake, Ed Sheeran
  • Best Group: BTS, The Jonas Brothers, Little Mix

She paired the sizzling dress with open-toe black heels, and wore her auburn tresses in mermaid waves

The Movie Awards

  • Best Actress: Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, Renee Zellweger
  • Best Actor: Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale, Joel Edgerton
  • Best Drama Film: A Star is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody, Green Book

The TV Awards

The bottom of the ensemble featured a fringe

  • Best Drama Series: Game of Thrones, Stranger Things, The Crown
  • Best Comedy Series: Schitt's Creek, Fleabag, Brooklyn Nine-Nine
  • Best Actress in a Drama Series: Elisabeth Moss, Emilia Clarke, Olivia Colman

The Theater Awards

  • Best Actor: Hugh Jackman, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Andrew Garfield
  • Best Actress: Cate Blanchett, Audra McDonald, Kerry Washington
  • Best Play: The Ferryman, To Kill a Mockingbird, Hadestown

Her husband Evan Ross, 37, joined her on the red carpet, looking dapper in a dark suit

The lovebirds gave each other a sweet kiss

Country darling Megan Moroney, 27, flashed her toned midriff in a metallic top and a white skirt with a slit on the side

Brittany Snow, 39, was a vision in a strapless metallic gold dress, with her blonde tresses styles in loose curls

Livvy Dunne, 22, showed off her slim mid section in a black ensemble

Country star Dasha looked red hot in a scarlet dress with sheer lace panels

She teamed the look with a red lace choker

Watchmen star Malin Akerman, 47, wowed in a strapless metallic silver gown

Taylor Momsen, 32, made a bold, grunge-inspired entrance, flaunting her toned six-pack abs in a black bra and leather skirt

The Gossip Girl star accessorized with silver pendants

Dark eyeshadow drew attention to her magnetic eyes

She accessorized with a studded belt

The actress and singer completed the look with chunky black boots

Shenseea, 28, put her phenomenal figure on display in a gold mini dress

Model Lolo Wood looked like a princess in a sparkling pink mini dress

The dress highlighted her toned arms

Love Island USA star Olandria Carthen put on a very busty display in a sheer red corset style dress

Valentina sizzled in a plunging black sequin gown with a matching choker

Jazmyn Smith kicked off the red carpet, going shirtless under a structured grey top paired with a matching mini skirt

Ricky Martin, 53, wore a halfway unbuttoned blue silk shirt with oversized black pants

YouTube star MrBeast attended the event with his fiancé Thea Booysen

The duo put one a loved-up display

Colin Kaepernick and his wife Nessa opted for sporty ensembles

No doubt all eyes will be on Lady Gaga as she is making her long-awaited return to the award show after a five-year absence

The last time Gaga performed at the VMAs, she took the stage with Ariana Grande to perform their chart-topping dance-pop collaboration, Rain On Me, in 2020

Sabrina Carpenter is also set to perform at the event as she will compete against Gaga for top honor Video of the Year for Manchild

Taylor Swift's lone nomination was in the Artist of the Year category

Justin Bieber is one of the names in star-studded category Best Pop Artist

Sabrina Carpenter is up for Best Pop for her music video for Manchild

Karol G will be facing off against Bad Bunny in the Best Latin category

Tyla is up for Best Afrobeats

Lady Gaga's Mayhem is up for Best Album a she has the most nominations with 12

Charli xcx and Billie Eilish are up for three awards for their Guess (Remix) video

Katseye face heavy competition for Best Group