We are here for you with a recap of the 2025 AMAs, but we are doing it meme style. From jaw-dropping performances to bold fashion risks, the night was packed with unforgettable moments.

Whether you tuned in for the performances or just showed up for the chaos, these 2025 AMA memes say everything we’re all thinking. From laugh-out-loud moments to cringey missteps, here’s a roundup of the best reactions the internet served up.
The Best 2025 AMA Memes That Took Over the Internet
Award shows are no longer just about who wins. They’re about who goes viral and with host Jennifer Lopez (aka J Lo) performing like that, she knew what she was doing.

A relatable moment when SZA tries to walk to the stage and not only has a dress on that requires an escort helping her to walk, she has a wardrobe malfunction. Thank God for pasties!

There was a definite theme with the AMAs. Can we say how amazing Gwen Stefani and all of the other performers over 50 years old? Gwen is 55, Alice from Brady Bunch was 43 when she was on the show.

Janet Jackson slayed the 2025 American Music Awards stage. Janet Jackson is 59 – though all of us who searched up her wikipedia know that. Ms. Jackson accept the AMA 2025 Icon Award.

Forever Young, at 80 – Rod Stewart sang his hit classic song and even pranced around the stage to a fiddler after accepting the AMA Lifetime Achievement award.

From parody Twitter account @Francisco – she calls this year’s AMA ceremony the most boring in years.

Taylor Swift 2025 AMA hype was real and yet again we were clowned. Taylor Swift did appear, perform or win any AMA awards in 2025 – nor did we get the long awaited Rep TV.

Look what I made you do, over in our Taylor Swift meme collection.
Behind the Memes: 2025 AMAs FAQ

The internet had a lot to say about the 2025 American Music Awards, and the memes only scratched the surface. Here are answers to the most common questions fans are asking about this year’s most meme-worthy moments.
What were the funniest memes from the 2025 AMAs?
The funniest memes ranged from over-the-top red carpet looks to awkward presenter moments. Fans especially loved the reactions to the “Forever Young” theme and a few surprise performances.
Why did the 2025 AMAs go viral?
Between the bold fashion, unexpected wins, and meme-worthy crowd reactions, the AMAs became a goldmine for content creators and internet commentators.
Who was most meme’d at the 2025 AMAs?
Top meme targets included Jennifer Lopez, Janet Jackson, Rod Stewart, Gwen Stefani and a notably absent Taylor Swift.
So… Who Really Won the AMAs? (Spoiler: The Memes Did)
Whether you watched the 2025 AMAs live or caught the highlights through memes (honestly, same), one thing is clear: this year’s show gave the internet everything it needed.
From bold fashion to unexpected reactions and full Forever Young energy, the memes captured the real vibe of the night.
As always, the best part of awards season isn’t just about who takes home a trophy. It’s how the internet turns every moment into something unforgettable.