As we walk into March, the Women’s Month, Billboard is set to celebrate Women in Music by holding an award for them. The glamorous event is designed to highlight the incredible influence of women in the music industry across the world. It is scheduled for March 29, 2025 at the iconic YouTube Theater in Hollywood Park, California.
The award ceremony is set to honor a remarkable array of talent, including K-pop sensation JENNIE, Erykah Badu, girl group aespa and rapper GloRilla. The celebration will also feature rising stars like Gracie Abrams, Megan Moroney, and Tyla, alongside established names such as Ángela Aguilar, Meghan Trainor, and Muni Long. The event promises an evening filled with excitement and innovation with the event's host being Laverne Cox.
The order of these awards is divergent. Among the recipients, aespa will claim the title of Group of the Year, while Gracie Abrams will be honored as Songwriter of the Year. Erykah Badu will receive the prestigious Icon Award for her lasting impact on the music landscape and JENNIE will be recognized with the Global Force Award.
Billboard’s Chief Brand Officer, Dana Droppo has encapsulated the spirit of the event stating, "The 2025 Billboard Women in Music celebrates the incredible women who continue to drive innovation, inspire change, and reshape the future of music." Billboard’s Editor-in-Chief, Hannah Karp, commented too, expressing that this year’s honorees are not just performers; they are redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in the industry. Karp said, "It’s a privilege to continue Billboard’s tradition of recognizing the women who are pushing the boundaries of music and culture, and we can’t wait to share this incredible night with our global audience."
The night will be filled with outstanding performances from the honorees, significant presentations, and heartfelt tributes to their artistry. The event has attracted several major sponsors, including Crown Royal, HarbourView Equity Partners, Bose, and Honda Stage, the latter of whom will present the coveted Rising Star Award. Not a night you'd want to miss out on, the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards is set to be a night filled with creativity, celebration, and empowerment.
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