Queen Latifah to Host 2026 American Music Awards on Memorial Day
Queen Latifah will host the 2026 American Music Awards on Memorial Day, May 25 in Las Vegas. The rapper-actress last hosted the ceremony 30 years ago in 1995. CBS and Dick Clark Productions announced the news Monday.
Queen Latifah will return as host of the American Music Awards for the first time in three decades. The 52nd ceremony takes place on Memorial Day, May 25, 2026 in Las Vegas and will air on CBS.
Latifah co-hosted the show in 1995 alongside country singer Lorrie Morgan and Welsh singer Tom Jones. This time, she'll take the stage solo as emcee.
The announcement comes from CBS and Dick Clark Productions, the company behind the awards show. Queen Latifah has built a career spanning rap music, Hollywood films, and television shows over the past 30 years.
The American Music Awards celebrates the year's biggest hits and artists based on fan voting and chart performance. Past hosts have included major stars like Taylor Swift, Cardi B, and The Weeknd.
The American Music Awards is one of music's biggest nights, celebrating the year's top artists and songs. Queen Latifah's return as host brings star power to the show and marks a milestone in her career spanning music, movies, and TV.
The 2026 American Music Awards air May 25 on CBS. Nominees and performers will be announced closer to the ceremony date.
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