This upcoming Women’s Month, Billboard is celebrating the contributions of women in the music industry from all across the world.
The highly anticipated 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards will recognize a diverse group of groundbreaking female artists who have left a significant mark across various genres. Set to take place on March 29, 2025, at the YouTube Theater in Hollywood Park, Inglewood, California, the event will honor a star-studded lineup that spans pop, R&B, Latin, country, and beyond.
Among the honorees at this year’s prestigious ceremony are K-pop superstar JENNIE, genre-defying R&B legend Erykah Badu, chart-topping girl group aespa, and breakout rapper GloRilla. The event will also spotlight the talents of rising stars like Gracie Abrams, Megan Moroney, and Tyla, along with established musicians such as Ángela Aguilar, Meghan Trainor, and Muni Long. Laverne Cox will also be hosting this year’s Billboard Women in Music event.
Check out the full list of the honorees below:
- Group of the Year – aespa
- Breakthrough Award – Angela Aguilar
- Icon Award – Erykah Badu
- Powerhouse Award – GloRilla
- Songwriter of the Year – Gracie Abrams
- Global Force Award – JENNIE
- Rulebreaker Award – Megan Moroney
- Hitmaker Award – Meghan Trainor
- Rising Star Award (Presented by Honda Stage) – Muni Long
- Impact Award – Tyla
“The 2025 Billboard Women in Music celebrates the incredible women who continue to drive innovation, inspire change, and reshape the future of music,” Dana Droppo, Billboard’s Chief Brand Officer, shared in a statement.
Billboard’s Editor-in-Chief, Hannah Karp, added, “From rising stars to legendary icons, this year’s honorees are redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in the industry. We’re honored to highlight their outstanding achievements and contributions through unforgettable performances, powerful tributes, and an evening that will truly shine a spotlight on their impact. 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 awards ceremony will feature performances, tributes, and presentations that reflect the honorees’ artistry and achievements. Sponsors for the event include Crown Royal, HarbourView Equity Partners, Bose, and Honda Stage, the latter of whom will be presenting the highly anticipated Rising Star Award.
Tickets for the event will be available starting with an exclusive early access sale on February 12, 2025, at 1 PM EST/10 AM PST, with the general public sale opening the following day, February 13, at 1 PM EST/10 AM PST via Ticketmaster. Prices for ticket events begin at $89 (around Php 5,200).