NEW YORK—It is an awards show that has lost all of its luster and I’m not going to apologize for saying it. I’m referring to the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards. The nominees for the upcoming ceremony which has already been teased in advertisements to reach audiences to get them to watch the show which is airing on CBS, yes, CBS on September 7.

That is indeed a first because its MTV, which is affiliated with Paramount which controls both MTV and CBS. It is not an awards show that I’m so invested in as I used to be. Lady Gaga leads all contenders with a total of 12 nominations including Video of the Year for “Die With a Smile.” Not far behind is Bruno Mars with 11 nominations.

The star of the year in terms of music, Kendrick Lamar earned 10 nominations including Video of the Year for “Not Lik

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