Billboard announced the honorees for its 2025 Billboard Women in Music.
“The 2025 Billboard Women in Music celebrates the incredible women who continue to drive innovation, inspire change, and reshape the future of music,” said Dana Droppo, Billboard‘s chief brand officer, Billboard reported.
The 2025 Billboard Women in Music honorees (Photos from Billboard)
To be honored this year are:
K-pop group Aespa - Group of the Year
BLACKPINK”s Jennie - Global Force Award
Ángela Aguilar - Breakthrough Award
Erykah Badu - Icon Award
GloRilla - Powerhouse Award
Gracie Abrams - Songwriter of the Year
Megan Moroney - Rulebreaker Award
Meghan Trainor - Hitmaker Award
Muni Long - Rising Star Award
Tyla - Impact Award
The event, to be hosted by Laverne Cox, will be held on March 29 at YouTube Theater in Inglewood, California.
“From rising stars to legendary icons, this year’s honorees are redefining what it means to be a trailblazer in the industry. We’re honored to highlight their outstanding achievements and contributions through unforgettable performances, powerful tributes, and an evening that will truly shine a spotlight on their impact,” said Hannah Karp, Billboard‘s editor-in-chief.
She added, “It’s a privilege to continue Billboard’s tradition of recognizing the women who are pushing the boundaries of music and culture, and we can’t wait to share this incredible night with our global audience.”
About Aespa, Billboard wrote, “The group recently expanded their global tour in in support of their debut studio album Armageddon – The 1st Album, which arrived in May 2024, a week after Aespa teamed up with Grimes for a remix of their hit single ‘Supernova’ off the six-track EP ‘iScreaM Vol. 33 : Supernova / Armageddon Remixes,’”
“As a part of BLACKPINK, JENNIE has taken over charts and stages across the world. Now, as the K-pop star gears up to release her debut solo album, 'Ruby,' on March 7, she’s already seen major success with singles like ‘Love Hangover,’” Billboard wrote about Jennie.
The 2025 Billboard Women in Music honorees (Photos from Billboard)