The nominations for the 52nd annual American Music Awards have been unveiled, with global superstar Taylor Swift leading the pack with an impressive eight nominations. The awards ceremony, set to be hosted by Queen Latifah, will celebrate the year’s most influential artists and songs.
Taylor Swift, already the most awarded artist in AMAs history, is poised to add to her record-breaking tally. Her eight nominations span major categories such as Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for “The Life of a Showgirl,” and Song of the Year for “The Fate of Ophelia.” She also secured nods for Best Music Video, Song of the Summer, Best Female Pop Artist, Best Pop Song, and Best Pop Album.
Emerging artists Olivia Dean and SOMBR have made a significant impact in their first year of eligibility, each earning seven nominations. They are set to compete against each other in several key categories, including New Artist of the Year and Song of the Year. Morgan Wallen also secured seven nominations, highlighting his strong year in country music.
Other notable nominees include Sabrina Carpenter with seven nods, Alex Warren with six, and Lady Gaga with six. The nominations reflect a diverse range of artists across various genres, underscoring the broad appeal and influence of music in the past year.
The 52nd American Music Awards will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET/5:00 PM PT on CBS and Paramount+. Fan voting is currently open at VoteAMAs.com and via the @AMAs Instagram profile, closing on May 8, 2026, with the exception of Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year, which will remain open during the initial part of the live broadcast.
The nominations are based on key fan interactions, including streaming, album and song sales, radio airplay, and tour grosses, tracked by Billboard and Luminate.