Ariana Grande Thanked Her Therapists and G-- People
Source: MEGAAriana Grande thanked many people when she delivered her acceptance speech for Best Pop for "Brighter Days Ahead" at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards on September 7.
"Thank you so much. Oh my God, this is so kind.... I have to start by saying thank you so much to my fans. I'm gonna cry. I love you with every fiber of my being. Thank you, MTV," Grande, who won a total of three awards at the awards show, said on stage.
After giving a shout-out to the most important people in her life and career, she added, "And thank you to my therapist and g-- people. I love you."
BLACKPINK's Rosé Shared an Emotional Speech at the MTV VMAs 2025
Source: MTV/YouTubeBLACKPINK's Rosé Won Song of the Year for her and Bruno Mars' song 'APT.
'BLACKPINK's Rosé got emotional while accepting the Song of the Year recognition for her collaboration with Bruno Mars, "APT."Facing the attendees at the UBS Arena in New York, the K-pop star opened up about the best advice she's received."As my therapist tells me to do every day, I'd like to thank myself for not giving up even in the toughest of times. And always remember: You've got you," she said.
Rosé made the award extra special by dedicating it to her 16-year-old self, adding, "Someone asked me the other day what my fear in life was, and I was quite shocked at my own response. I had no idea how deeply personal this journey had been for me. I told them I feared that somewhere along the way this journey of pursuing my dreams, I might hit a wall and possibly disappoint my 16-year-old self, who grew up always an oddball among society that wished someday she, too, could be herself and equally pursue her dreams just as well as anyone else I saw on television."In addition to thanking herself, Rosé also emotionally expressed her gratitude to Mars, whom she called her "absolute idol and incredible teacher.""I love you so much. I hope you're proud," she continued.
Busta Rhymes Honored Late MTV VJ Ananda Lewis
Source: MTV/YouTubeMTV VJ Ananda Lewis died on June 11 at the age of 52.
In his speech after accepting the inaugural Rock the Bells Visionary Award, Busta Rhymes honored late MTV VJ Ananda Lewis, who died of b----- cancer on June 11 at the age of 52."I want to thank - and I think we all need to acknowledge - the incredible woman that loved us very much when we came to MTV during the '90s," he said of Lewis. "An incredible woman that loved me and she loved us. She loved the culture; she lifted us up."The "Look at Me Now" rapper added, "I love her very much. I miss her very much, The late, great, incredible royal empress Ananda Lewis. I want to pick up her mother, her father, her sister Lakshmi."The 53-year-old also reminded the viewers and fans that "the blessings don't stop, so we don't stop, baby."
KATSEYE Marked Their MTV VMAs Debut
Source: MTV/YouTubeKATSEYE debuted in 2024.
Global girl group KATSEYE dominated the stage during their debut at the MTV VMAs 2025.
All six members - Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Manon Bannerman, Megan Skiendiel, Lara Raj and Yoonchae Jeung - made their fans move and groove as they performed their hit tracks "Gnarly" and "Gabriela."
Lady Gaga Turned Heads With Her Jaw-Dropping Outfit
Source: @vmas/InstagramLady Gaga returned to her tour after her brief appearance at the MTV VMAs.
Amid her Mayhem Ball Tour in North America, Lady Gaga delivered "magic" to the 2025 MTV VMAs when she arrived in an oversized outfit from the Marc Jacobs Fall/Winter 2025 ready-to-wear collection. The ensemble featured a purple base and massive black ruffles that matched her sheer black gloves.
She accessorized with a tall headpiece with red flowers, matching her red lipstick.
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Lady Gaga Took Home the Most Wins
Source: MTV/YouTubeLady Gaga led the list of nominees with 12 nods.
After leading the list with 12 nominations, Lady Gaga made headlines by taking home the most wins: Best Direction, Best Art Direction, Best Collaboration (with Mars for "Die With a Smile") and Artist of the Year."Thank you 'little monsters,' my fans, for always supporting me and for always supporting the monster in me. And to my partner in all things, Michael [Polansky], creating this year with you was a beautiful, beautiful dream, and you have been my partner every step of the way. I dedicate this to you too, my love," she shared in her Artist of the Year acceptance speech.
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