Music fans and industry insiders alike are gearing up for one of the most anticipated nights of the year, as Billboard’s Women in Music 2025 event is set to take place on Saturday, March 29, at the YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park in Inglewood. The show will be hosted by Emmy nominee Laverne Cox, as the annual celebration will honor the most influential women in music with special tributes, awards, and performances.
This year’s event will air live at 7 p.m. PT/10 p.m. ET on VIZIO’s free streaming service, WatchFree+, making it accessible to all viewers without a subscription. In addition to the live broadcast, VIZIO is launching a dedicated ‘Billboard Women in Music 2025’ pop-up channel featuring exclusive interviews, in-studio sessions, and curated episodic content from March 17 through April 5.
Star-Studded Lineup
Billboard has unveiled an impressive list of performers who will take the stage, with more names expected to be announced soon. The current lineup includes:
- Ángela Aguilar
- aespa
- GloRilla
- Gracie Abrams
- Megan Moroney
- Muni Long
- Tyla
Presenters for the evening include Tanner Adell, Julia Michaels, Mickey Guyton, Kali Uchis, Madison Beer, and Summer Walker, further solidifying the event as a must-watch for music fans.
Honoring the Women Shaping Music
This year’s honorees represent a diverse range of talents and achievements, with awards recognizing their contributions to the industry:
- Group of the Year – aespa
- Breakthrough Award – Ángela 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
Where to Watch
Fans can tune in live on VIZIO WatchFree+ for free, either through VIZIO Smart TVs or via the VIZIO mobile app, which now offers streaming access to the event for all users. The pop-up channel leading up to the event will provide exclusive behind-the-scenes content, adding to the excitement.
Don’t Miss It
Billboard’s Women in Music 2025 is supported by major sponsors, including Crown Royal as the Official Whisky Partner, HarbourView Equity Partners, Bose, and Honda Stage, which is presenting the Rising Star Award.
With an incredible lineup of performers, presenters, and honorees, Billboard Women in Music 2025 is shaping up to be an unforgettable night. Whether watching live on VIZIO WatchFree+ or catching exclusive content through the pop-up channel, fans won’t want to miss this celebration of the artists and industry leaders shaping the future of music.