Taylor Swift leads the nominations for the 2026 American Music Awards, according to a list released by the awards organization. The ceremony is scheduled to take place on May 25 in Las Vegas and will be hosted by Queen Latifah.
Swift holds the most nominations with eight nods, competing in major categories including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for 'The Life of a Showgirl,' and Song of the Year for 'The Fate of Ophelia.' She is followed closely by Morgan Wallen, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Dean, and sombr, who each secured seven nominations.
Latin artists secure major nods
Latin music maintains a strong presence in the primary categories. Bad Bunny is nominated for Artist of the Year, while Fuerza Regida earned a spot in the Album of the Year category for '111xpantia.'
The Latin-specific categories also feature high-profile names. The nominees for Best Latin Male Artist include Bad Bunny, Junior H, Peso Plumbia, Rauw Alejandro, and Tito Double P.
In the Best Latin Female Artist category, the lineup features industry veterans and modern stars, including Gloria Estefan, Karol G, Natti Natasha, Rosalía, and Shakira.
The 2026 edition introduces 11 new categories to the awards lineup. These additions include Song of the Summer, Breakthrough Album of the Year, and Breakthrough Tour.
Other notable nominations include Lady Gaga and Alex Warren, who both hold six nominations. The list also highlights heavy hitters in the pop and country genres, such as Sabrina Carpenter and Morgan Wallen, who remain central to the upcoming ceremony's competitive landscape.
