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The iHeartRadio Music Awards are back for a 12th year. We’ve compiled everything you need to know about the show, including where to watch the iHeartRadio Music Awards and when they’re scheduled to begin.
Each year, the iHeartRadio Music Awards honor the artists and songs most played on iHeartRadio in the prior year. The awards show, which will be hosted by LL Cool J at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles this year, is routinely chock-full of memorable performances. Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla, Gracie Abrams, Kenny Chesney, Muni Long, and Nelly are among the confirmed 2025 performers.
Lady Gaga (Innovator Award) and Mariah Carey (Icon Award) are some of the most notable, already-confirmed recipients this year. Other top nominees include Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift. Although it hasn’t been confirmed whether Swift will make an in-person appearance, she’s slated to receive the Tour of the Century Award for her work on the Eras Tour.
Below, we’ve outlined some of the best ways to live stream the iHeartRadio Music Awards. All of the options we recommend rank among the best live TV streaming services we’ve tested.
Where to watch iHeartRadio Music Awards in the US
The iHeartRadio Music Awards are broadcast on FOX in the US. The awards show will kick off at 8 p.m. ET and last about two hours. Cord-cutters can live stream FOX through a live TV streaming package. Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, and Fubo are some of our favorite live TV streaming services we’ve tested.
Sling TV is the absolute cheapest way to live stream FOX. You’ll need to sign up for the Sling Blue plan to access FOX and other local channels. However, local channel coverage varies by region, so you should make sure it’s available in your region before subscribing. Subscriptions start at $46/month and include access to 40+ live channels, such as Bravo, USA, and E! New users can get 50% off their first month of service.
Access 40+ channels for just $23 a month for your first month as a part of a special offer right now on Sling Blue where you can get 50% off. The best part about Sling is that you only pay for what you want and you’re not tied to a long-term contract
If you can’t get FOX through Sling TV, it might be time to try DirecTV Stream or Fubo. These live TV streaming services carry broad FOX coverage and anywhere from 90 to 200+ other popular cable channels. DirecTV Stream Entertainment subscriptions start at $87/month and come with a five-day free trial, while Fubo Pro subscriptions start at $85/month and come with a seven-day free trial. Fubo will also knock $30 off your first month of service.
Previously known as AT&T TV, DirecTV Stream offers streaming access to a large selection of live channels, including most key networks typically found in traditional cable packages.
Fubo is the streaming service for sports fans. Its huge library of channels includes regional and international sports leagues, setting it apart from the competition. You can also tack on additional programming to your plan, but it’ll cost you extra.
How to watch iHeartRadio Music Awards from anywhere
If you’re traveling outside the US and still hoping to watch the awards, you can do so with the help of a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs are cybersecurity tools that enable you to change your electronic device’s virtual location to access your usual websites and apps from anywhere. Since the apps we’ve highlighted require US methods of payment, this will work best for Americans who are just abroad at the moment.
Our go-to recommendation is ExpressVPN. It’s an easy-to-use app with a handy 30-day money-back guarantee. You can find more info in our ExpressVPN review and keep reading to learn how to use a VPN.
With its consistent performance, reliable security, and expansive global streaming features, ExpressVPN is the best VPN out there, excelling in every spec and offering many advanced features that make it exceptional. Better yet, you can save more than 60% right now and get up to four months free.
How to watch iHeartRadio Music Awards with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don’t have one.
- Install it on the device you’re using to watch.
- Turn it on and set it to a US location.
- Sign up for one of the above streaming services.
- Enjoy the show.
Note: Using VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Business Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.
Lillian Brown is the Associate Editor of Streaming on Business Insider’s Reviews team. A lifelong entertainment and media buff, she specializes in helping you find how to watch your favorite shows, movies, and sporting events.ExperienceLillian has been writing about entertainment, sports, TV, and film for over six years, starting her career in the Living/Arts department of The Boston Globe. She went on to write entertainment features, roundups, and conduct celebrity interviews for publications like Vulture, TV Guide, Esquire, Time, and The Daily Beast before joining Business Insider as a streaming specialist. In her current role, she writes about everything from finding the right VPN for watching overseas soccer games to choosing between the endless number of streaming services out there. When she’s not writing, she is editing stories from freelancers or fellow Reviews team members. Lillian is also an expert deal hunter. She loves the thrill of sharing an amazing discount with readers, whether it be on her favorite streaming services or on products she knows our team loves and recommends. She plays an active role in writing about sales and deals for the Reviews team.Why you can trust LillianWhether she’s testing streaming platform interfaces or actively comparing channel offerings between services, Lillian always has her finger on the pulse of what’s new in entertainment. She has tested nearly every streaming service and is an expert when it comes to VPNs. She is the first person to know when a streaming service has changed its price, and whether or not it’s still worth paying for. As a sports fan, she also knows exactly where the next big playoff game is streaming, what time it starts, and where they’re playing. Expertise
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- How to watch your favorite films, TV, sports
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Outside of workMost of the time, you can find Lillian watching a horror movie, WNBA game (go Liberty!), or long-distance running. She is located in Boston.
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