Queen Latifah on Hosting the American Music Awards, Releasing New Music This Year and Being a Taylor Swift Fan: ‘She Makes Really Great, Catchy Songs That We Love’
Queen Latifah is set to host the American Music Awards, marking her return to the role after last hosting in 1995. She expressed her admiration for Taylor Swift, noting her ability to connect with young audiences through catchy songs. Latifah plans to familiarize herself with the nominees' music to engage with their stories during the event.
- ▪Queen Latifah last hosted the American Music Awards in 1995.
- ▪She is a fan of Taylor Swift and appreciates her catchy songs.
- ▪Latifah aims to familiarize herself with the nominees' music for better engagement during the show.
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Home Music Awards May 25, 2026 10:00am PT Queen Latifah on Hosting the American Music Awards, Releasing New Music This Year and Being a Taylor Swift Fan: ‘She Makes Really Great, Catchy Songs That We Love’ By Marc Malkin Plus Icon Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events marcmalkin Latest Zendaya Says Filming ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ With Tom Holland Was Like a ‘Family Affair’: ‘I Get to Go to Work Every Day With My Best Friend, the Person That I Love’ 4 days ago Billy Eichner on Wanting His ‘Real Voice’ to Be Heard in ‘Extremely Personal’ Audio-Only Memoir and ‘People Begging’ Him to Bring Back ‘Billy on the Street’ 4 days ago NewFest Executive Director David Hatkoff Exits After Seven Years, Search Underway for Replacement (EXCLUSIVE) 5 days ago See All Chad Salvador/WWD Queen…
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