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Lady Gaga, ‘Wicked’, Selena Gomez lead 2025 KCAs nominees

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One of Nickelodeon’s most-watched programs, the Kids’ Choice Awards, celebrates the achievements of today’s rising film, television, and music stars. This year’s leading nominees include Wicked, Lady Gaga, and Selena Gomez. Sabrina Carpenter received four Kids’ Choice Awards nods. Here’s the scoop:

With eight Kids’ Choice Awards nominations, Wicked is this year’s leading nominee. Wicked is nominated for Favorite Movie and Favorite Album (Wicked: The Soundtrack). Wicked cast members Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh are nominated for the Favorite Villain category. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo received Kids’ Choice Awards nods for Favorite Movie Actress. “Defying Gravity” and “Popular” are nominated for this year’s Favorite Song from a Movie category.

Lady Gaga has four Kids’ Choice Awards nominations, including Favorite Female Artist. Mayhem is nominated for Favorite Album, and “Abracadabra” (Mayhem single) is nominated for Favorite Song. “Die with a Smile”, featuring Bruno Mars, is nominated for Favorite Music Collaboration. Bruno Mars is nominated for the Favorite Global Music Star and Favorite Male Artist categories.

Selena Gomez received four Kids’ Choice Awards nods, including Favorite Female Artist. Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, and Lady Gaga also received nominations for the Favorite Female Artist category. I said I love you first is nominated for Favorite Album, and two singles from this album are also nominated. “Call Me When You Break Up” is nominated for Favorite Music Collaboration. “Bluest Flame” is nominated for Favorite Viral Song.

Sabrina Carpenter also received four Kids’ Choice Awards nominations, including Favorite Female Breakout Artist. Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet is nominated for the Favorite Album category. “Please Please Please” (featuring Dolly Parton) is nominated for Favorite Music Collaboration. Emma Myers, Jenna Ortega, Millie Bobby Brown, and Winona Ryder are also 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards nominees.

Tyla, a South African pop singer, is hosting Nickelodeon’s 2025 Kids’ Choice Awards. It will air live from Santa Monica’s Barker Hangar on June 21 at 8 PM ET/PT.

Ariana Grande joins “The Voice” as a coach

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Ariana Grande is going to be a coach on The Voice. Here’s the scoop:

For season 21, Ariana Grande is replacing Nick Jonas as a coach on The Voice. In the trailer, Ariana Grande sang “Hopelessly Devoted to You” by Olivia Newton-John (from Grease). This season, Grande is joined by Blake Shelton (who has coached since season one) as well as John Legend and Kelly Clarkson. Season 21 of The Voice starts Monday, September 20 at 8/7 central on NBC.

Blake Shelton responded, “This is going to be a great season.“

The Weeknd, Ariana Grande land at #5 on YouTube Trending

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This week, The Weeknd and Ariana Grande landed at #5 on YouTube Trending. Here’s the scoop:

The Weeknd and Ariana Grande performed together at the 2021 iHeartRadio Music Awards. They sang “Save Your Tears (Remix)” as the audience sang and danced along to the upbeat tune. Also, Ariana Grande effortlessly sang a whistle note during this performance while wearing her wedding ring. The Weeknd and Ariana Grande expressed their mutual support at the end of their performance. In less than 24 hours, this performance has landed at #5 on YouTube Trending. Also, the official YouTube video of this performance has received over 1.4M views and 161k likes.

With 8 nominations and 5 wins, the Weeknd was one of the biggest winners at the iHeartRadio Music Awards. The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” won in three categories, including Song of the Year. Ariana Grande received 6 nominations including 3 awards for “Rain on Me”, her collaboration with Lady Gaga. With “Save Your Tears (Remix)”, The Weeknd and Ariana Grande scored their sixth No. 1 hit on Billboard‘s Hot 100 charts. Stay tuned for more updates.

Radio Disney Music Awards 2017 highlights

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The 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards was aired live on April 30 from Los Angeles’s Microsoft Theater. The 5th annual Radio Disney Music Awards featured a long list of today’s biggest pop superstars. Here’s the scoop:

Sofia Carson, Alex Aiono, Kelsea Ballerini, Jordan Fisher, and Jenna Ortega hosted the 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards. This telecast started with a countdown to the Descendants 2 world premiere. The Disney Channel will air this movie on Friday, July 21 at 8:00pm. This premiere featured the high-energy “Wicked” music video. Today, this video is #19 on YouTube’s trending list. See the screenshot below:

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Alessia Cara performed twice during the 5th annual RDMAs. First, she performed the Moana soundtrack entitled “How Far I’ll Go” with Auli’i Cravalho. Their effortless vocal runs shined throughout the song. This performance featured backup dancers and a beautiful sunset ocean backdrop. Jordan Fisher joined them towards the end of the song. He harmonized with Alessia and Auli’i at the end of this performance.

Alessia Cara also performed “Scars to Your Beautiful”, from Know-It-All. After she performed her catchy tune, Radio Disney tweeted this:

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“Scars to Your Beautiful” is an empowering self-love anthem. Alessia helps her fans overcome their insecurities and learn to love themselves. She sings these powerful lyrics: “There’s a hope that’s waiting for you in the dark… You’re beautiful just the way you are”. This was a beautiful and moving performance.

Julia Michaels performed “Issues”, her latest hit. Madison Pettis and Peyton Elizabeth Lee introduced her to the stage. They mentioned that she wrote songs for Justin Bieber and Gwen Stefani. Julia Michaels wore a purple outfit, and her backup dancers sported all-black outfits. This upbeat performance featured a backdrop of an outline sketch of a boy and girl with “issues” appearing around it.

Nick Jonas received the Hero Award, which was presented by Jack Black. Before the RDMAs, Demi Lovato showed her support towards Nick Jonas. “Nick, I love you so much. Proud of you. Hope you have an awesome time at the show,” Demi said.

Jack Black introduced Nick Jonas to the stage. He mentioned that Nick Jonas was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. Then, Nick Jonas walked up to the stage with a group of kids who also have the disease. He said that we all have the power to change the world. Also, Nick Jonas encouraged others to raise their voice and make a difference. Nick Jonas was honored to receive the Hero Award. He thanked Radio Disney and Jack Black. Nick thanked his personal heroes: his father, mother, and brothers.

Britney Spears received the first-ever Icon Award. Before this, she was honored with a special tribute. Kelsea Ballerini performed “Oops, I Did It Again…”, Hailee Steinfeld sang “Circus”, and Sofia Carson performed “Baby One More Time”. Sofia Carson also gave Britney Spears a shoutout. She thanked Britney with this tweet:

Jamie Lynn Spears, Britney’s younger sister, presented the first RDMA Icon Award. Jamie introduced Britney to the stage and mentioned that Britney is her favorite pop star of all time. Britney was honored to receive the first-ever Icon Award. She thanked her fans and said they are “the freakin’ best”. Britney also gave a warm shoutout to her two sons.

The 2017 Radio Disney Music Awards was filled with A-list performances. Some of the biggest stars also took home RDMAs trophies. Bruno Mars won the “Best Song That Makes You Smile” award. Niall Horan received the “Best Male Artist” award, and Ariana Grande won the “Best Female Artist” award. Click here to see the full list of winners.

Follow @RadioDisney on Twitter to see the 2017 RDMAs media and pictures.

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