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The 2025 MTV VMAs took place Sunday night, bringing with them a chance to lock in on the buzziest names in music right now—namely, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, Sabrina Carpenter, Rosé, Jelly Roll (…sure, why not?), and, of course, Mariah Carey.

But what were the standout moments of the night? We’re glad you asked. Here, a round-up of the five most memorable performances, speeches, and special appearances from the 2025 MTV VMAs.

Sabrina Carpenter’s timely tribute to trans rights

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With Man’s Best Friend, Carpenter currently has the number-one album in the country. She made the most of her spotlight at the MTV VMAs on Sunday by performing her new song “Tears” for the first time, surrounded by drag queens holding signs that read, among other things, “Dolls Dolls Dolls” and “In Trans We Trust.” As the Trump administration ramps up its needless attacks on trans people, it’s nice to see Carpenter speak up for an oft-maligned community—without whom pop music as we know it simply wouldn’t exist. Plus, that Britney homage didn’t hurt either!

Busta Rhymes’s tribute to Ananda Lewis

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If I had to describe VMAs fashion in one word, I’d go with rebellious. The MTV Video Music Awards reliably deliver a red carpet worth talking about for months. The 2025 VMAs are no exception, with nominees like Sabrina Carpenter, Ice Spice, and Tate McRae proving that fashion risks are half the fun of music’s buzziest night. If last year’s unforgettable moments—Tyla’s shredded neon dress or Sabrina Carpenter’s crystal-encrusted column gown—set the tone, this year’s looks are rewriting the rules of what it means to go all out.

The VMAs have long been the home of iconic red carpet history, with stars pushing boundaries in ways we rarely see at traditional award shows. Think Pamela Anderson’s furry pink hat in 1999 or Taylor Swift’s hot pants and leather gloves in 2024—these are moments etched in pop culture forever. Ahead, we’re breaking down the standout fashion statements from the 2025 VMAs.