Plenty of stars showed up and showed out for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, but there were also quite a few big names who didn't show up at all. The night was huge for Lady Gaga, who dominated the nominations with 12 nods and ultimately became this year's most-awarded artist with four wins, including Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration for her work with Bruno Mars on "Die With a Smile," Best Direction and Best Art Direction. However, she was only there in person to accept her Artist of the Year award.