LL Cool J will headline the 2025 MTV VMAs as solo host whereas additionally competing for Best Hip-Hop because of his Eminem-assisted monitor “Murdergram Deaux.”

LL Cool J will take heart stage on the 2025 MTV Video music Awards, marking his first time as the only real host of the enduring occasion, set for September 7 at New York’s UBS Arena.

The Hip-Hop legend isn’t simply steering the present—he’s additionally within the working for Best Hip-Hop because of “Murdergram Deaux,” his collaboration with Eminem from his 2024 album The FORCE.

His double-duty role locations him on the coronary heart of considered one of music’s largest nights.

This yr’s solo gig follows his 2022 co-hosting flip with Jack Harlow and Nicki Minaj. He steps into a job beforehand held by Megan Thee Stallion in 2024 and by Minaj in 2023.

LL’s relationship with the VMAs spans a long time. He gained Best Rap Video in 1991 for “Mama Said Knock You Out” and have become the primary rapper to obtain the Video Vanguard Award in 1997.

He’s additionally delivered performances on the final two VMA ceremonies.

Beyond the VMAs, LL has racked up a protracted listing of internet hosting credit. He led the Grammys for 5 consecutive years from 2012 to 2016 and has helmed the iHeartRadio music Awards, Soul Train music Awards, and American music Awards.

This yr’s VMA nominations are led by Lady Gaga with 12, adopted by Bruno Mars with 11 and Kendrick Lamar with 10. Sabrina Carpenter and Rosé every earned eight nods, whereas Ariana Grande and The Weeknd picked up seven apiece.

The 2025 recipient of the Video Vanguard Award has not but been revealed.

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