Rap superstar Eminem clinches two awards at the American Music Awards, expresses gratitude to fans via a video message.
Renowned Rapper Eminem Wins Two American Music Awards
LOS ANGELES, CA—Two-decade hip-hop titan, Eminem, recently triumphantly took home two American Music Awards (AMAs). Thanking his devoted fans during a heartfelt video message from Detroit City, the 52-year-old rapper expressed his appreciation for being awarded the titles of "Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist" and "Favorite Hip-Hop Album."
These accolades were bestowed upon Eminem for his 2024 album, "The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce)," which bowed and peaked on the Billboard 200 charts, garnered a Grammy nomination for "Best Rap Album," and boasted an extended version brimming with extra tracks.
Since his successful breakthrough in the late 90s, Eminem, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, has sold over 220 million records worldwide, released 12 studio albums, and grossed 15 Grammy Awards, just to name a few of his achievements. His poignant and profoundly impactful music has bridged cultural gaps and paved the way for future generations of artists.
Moving beyond the realms of Eminem, the AMAs also honored other esteemed performers. Korean artist "RM" Namjoon garnered the award for "Favorite K-Pop Artist," while Lady Gaga pocketed the "Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist" award for "Abracadabra," alongside the "Favorite Music Video" honor for "Die With a Smile," featuring Bruno Mars.
Linkin Park made a triumphant comeback with their hit "The Emptiness Machine," capturing the "Favorite Rock Song," and Twenty One Pilots swept awards for "Favorite Rock Album," and "Favorite Rock Artist." For Latin performers, Shakira clinched the "Favorite Latin Song" for "Soltera," Bad Bunny earned the "Favorite Latin Album" award, and Julion Alvarez y su Norteño Banda was crowned "Favorite Latin Duo or Group."
Among the other illustrious recipients of AMA awards in 2025 were Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, Beyonce, and The Weeknd. For a full list of AMA winners, head to their official site (formerly known as Twitter).
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- Eminem's victory at the AMAs expanded beyond hip-hop, as other genres were represented as well. For instance, Korean artist RM (Namjoon) won the award for 'Favorite K-Pop Artist'.
- The music world was also honored, with Lady Gaga securing the 'Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist' accolade for 'Abracadabra', and Bruno Mars featuring in her 'Favorite Music Video' winner, 'Die With a Smile'.
- In the realm of rock, Linkin Park made a triumphant return, taking home the 'Favorite Rock Song' award for 'The Emptiness Machine', while Twenty One Pilots swept the 'Favorite Rock Album' and 'Favorite Rock Artist' categories.
- Latin performers also shone, with Shakira winning the 'Favorite Latin Song' for 'Soltera', Bad Bunny receiving the 'Favorite Latin Album' award, and Julion Alvarez y su Norteño Banda being crowned 'Favorite Latin Duo or Group'.
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