Taylor Swift Dominates the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards

The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards were a true celebration of musical excellence, and no one stole the show quite like Taylor Swift. The 35-year-old pop sensation took home an astounding nine awards, including the coveted Artist of the Year. Though she was unable to attend the event in person, Swift pre-recorded an emotional acceptance speech for her "Tour of the Century" award, honoring the success of The Eras Tour. Swift reflected on the challenges of the tour, acknowledging that it was the most difficult experience of her life but also the most rewarding.

In addition to Artist of the Year, Swift triumphed in fan-voted categories, including Favourite Surprise Guest, where she brought out her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce, at Wembley Stadium, and Favourite Tour Tradition for her unforgettable surprise songs.

But Taylor wasn't the only big winner of the night. SZA made history by winning the R'n'B Artist of the Year award for the third consecutive year, while Billie Eilish’s Hit Me Hard and Soft claimed the Album of the Year award. Lady Gaga received the prestigious Innovator Award, and Mariah Carey was honored with the Icon Award.

Here's are some of the winners from the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards:

Artist of the Year
Taylor Swift

Album of the Year
Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish

Album of the Year (Pop)
The Tortured Poets Department – Taylor Swift

Song of the Year
Beautiful Things – Benson Boone

Best Collaboration
Die With a Smile – Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars

Pop Song of the Year
Espresso – Sabrina Carpenter

Pop Artist of the Year
Sabrina Carpenter

Best New Artist (Pop)
Teddy Swims

Breakthrough Artist of the Year
Gracie Abrams

Favourite Surprise Guest
Taylor Swift bringing out Travis Kelce

Favourite Tour Tradition
Taylor Swift – Surprise songs

The night was filled with incredible performances from artists like Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long, Nelly, and more, making the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards a memorable celebration of music and talent.