The 2024 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs), a major event celebrating the achievements in music over the past year, are scheduled to air on Thursday, December 12th, at 8:00 p.m. ET. The awards ceremony, which recognizes top artists, albums, songs, producers, songwriters, and newcomers across various genres, will be broadcast on FOX and Fire TV, with on-demand viewing available through Paramount+. Billboard.com and Billboard’s social media platforms will also feature performance highlights throughout the evening. The BBMAs utilize data from the Billboard Charts to determine the nominees and winners, reflecting the artists’ impact and popularity within the music industry. Last year’s awards saw Taylor Swift and Morgan Wallen dominate the ceremony, with Swift claiming ten awards, including Top Artist, and Wallen securing wins for Top Billboard 200 Album and Top Hot 100 Song.
Steering the 2024 BBMAs is the multi-talented actress and comedian Michelle Buteau, known for her roles in “Happiest Season,” “Always Be My Maybe,” and “Survival of the Thickest,” as well as her Netflix special “Michelle Buteau: Welcome to Buteaupia.” Buteau’s comedic timing and engaging presence promise to make the awards ceremony an entertaining and memorable event. The BBMAs traditionally showcase a blend of established stars and emerging talents, and this year’s lineup of performers reflects this dynamic.
The 2024 BBMAs stage will feature performances from a diverse range of artists, including Coldplay, Shaboozey, Jelly Roll, and Linkin Park. The latter’s performance marks a significant moment, as it represents the rock band’s first appearance at an award show with Emily Armstrong since the passing of their lead singer, Chester Bennington, in 2017. This performance is highly anticipated and carries emotional weight for the band and their fans.
Leading the nominations for the 2024 BBMAs is Zach Bryan, with an impressive 18 nominations across 21 entries. Bryan’s success at the 2023 awards, where he won Top New Artist and Top Rock Artist, as well as accolades for his album “American Heartbreak” and the hit single “Something in the Orange,” sets the stage for a potentially triumphant night. Following closely behind Bryan is Taylor Swift, a perennial BBMAs favorite, with 16 nominations across 17 entries. Swift holds the record for the most decorated female artist in BBMAs history, and her continued presence among the top nominees underscores her sustained impact on the music industry.
Sabrina Carpenter, another prominent artist, earns her first BBMAs nominations, garnering recognition in nine categories, including Top Artist, Top Hot 100 Artist, and several other major categories. Carpenter’s nominations highlight her rising star status and her increasing presence across various Billboard charts. The 2024 BBMAs also welcome a group of first-time finalists, including Teddy Swims and Tyla, each with eight nominations; Benson Boone and Shaboozey, each with six; Tommy Richman with four; and Falling in Reverse with three nominations, among others. These emerging artists represent the future of music and add another layer of excitement to the awards ceremony.
The 2024 Billboard Music Awards promises to be a night of celebration and recognition for the biggest names in music, as well as a showcase for rising stars and breakthrough artists. With a diverse range of performers, a compelling slate of nominees, and the return of music icons, the BBMAs serve as a testament to the power and influence of music in popular culture. The anticipation surrounding Zach Bryan and Taylor Swift’s potential wins, coupled with the emergence of new talent and the symbolic performance by Linkin Park, creates a compelling narrative for this year’s awards ceremony. The 2024 BBMAs, hosted by the charismatic Michelle Buteau, are poised to be a memorable event for music fans and industry professionals alike.
