American Music Awards 2026: Returning to CBS and Paramount+ for a New 5-Year Deal

Welcome to the latest news from NickALive! Today, CBS and Dick Clark Productions (DCP) announced a new five-year deal to broadcast the American Music Awards (AMAs) on CBS and stream the show live on Paramount+. The agreement kicks off with the May 2026 broadcast.

After the success of this year’s AMAs, the 52nd American Music Awards will return with a live show Memorial Day weekend in May 2026 from Las Vegas. The 2025 AMAs reached over 10 million unique viewers across platforms, marking the show’s largest audience since 2019.

The 2025 AMAs was hosted by Jennifer Lopez and featured performances by Janet Jackson, Alex Warren, Becky G, and more. The winners of the American Music Awards are determined entirely by fan voting, and the event has a rich history of iconic performances and breakthrough artists.

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, is a global media and entertainment company that owns legendary brands like Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, and more. Dick Clark Productions, the producer of the AMAs, is known for its extensive archive of award-winning shows and legendary programming.

To stay updated on the AMAs, you can follow them on their website, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

So mark your calendars for the 2026 American Music Awards and get ready for another unforgettable show!