The iHeartRadio Music Awards are back and better than ever!
The awards show, which takes place on Monday, is set to return for its 11th iteration with a star-studded list of entrants and performances.
This year’s show will include exciting performances by stars like Justin Timberlake, Jelly Roll and Tate McRae — while superstars like Cher and Beyoncé will take home the top prizes.
Here’s everything you need to know about this year’s big night.
Who is the host?
This year’s awards heat up with Ludacris as host.
Speaking to PEOPLE about the performance, Ludacris — who is also set to perform that night — opened up about his feelings ahead of the big night.
“When it comes to iHeart, it’s all about the energy. It’s all about that [viewers] see your favorite artists. It’s about blowing the roof off this place, man,” he said. “I think it’s going to be fun because you’ve got a great variety of people here, too, so it should be good. And it’s right after Easter, so come on, man.”
As for what he’s most looking forward to, he said the series is “diversity.”
“I love that you’ve got Jelly Roll here, you’ve got Lainey Wilson, you’ve got Justin Timberlake. Not only am I hosting, but humbly speaking, I’m also performing. I just want to be part of the greatness. There’s so much talent, so much energy and so many things that we can do to look forward to – and some surprises,” he said.
Who will perform?
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Tate McRae; Justin Timberlake; Jelly Roll.
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This year’s show will feature a variety of performances that will be enjoyed by all music lovers.
Scheduled to perform this year are Justin Timberlake, Green Day, TLC, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson and Tate McRae.
There will also be a performance in honor of Cher, who should receive this year’s icon award.
Who is nominated?
This year’s leading nominee is Taylor Swift — who won a total of nine.
Close behind them with eight nominations each is Jelly Roll, as well as SZA and 21 Savage.
The aforementioned stars are all nominated for song of the year, along with Olivia Rodrigo, Doja Cat, Duo Lip, Luke Combs, Miley Cyrus, Morgan Wallen, Remo and Selena Gomez and 21 Savage’s nominated collaborator “Creepin’,” Metro Boomin and The Weeknd.
This year’s show also added five new categories: Pop Artist of the Year, Pop Song of the Year, K-Pop Artist of the Year, K-Pop Song of the Year and Best New Artist (K-pop).
Who will show up?
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Meryl Streep; Avril Lavigne; Katy Perry.
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In addition to star performers and nominees, a number of celebrities are expected to perform, from musicians to actors.
Avril Lavigne, Jennifer Hudson, JoJo Siwa and Katy Perry will be present at this year’s fashion show.
Also appearing will be GloRilla, Jared Leto, Latto, Meghan Trainor, Meryl Streep, Niecy Nash-Betts, Peso Pluma, Ravi Patel, Stevie Wonder, T-Pain, Vella Lovell and more.
Additionally, Green Day and TLC will attend the iHeartRadio Landmark Awards.
Who will receive this year’s award for innovator?
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Beyonce.
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One word: Beyoncé.
The “Love at the Top” singer will receive the honor this year, marking her impact on pop culture, various creative risks throughout her career and her ability to “successfully transform [her] music,” reads the press release.
The honor comes just days after the release of her ninth studio album, Cowboy Carter.
Who is receiving this year’s icon award?
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Cher.
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Cher finally gets her moment at the awards.
The “Believe” singer will be honored for “her unparalleled contributions to music and pop culture over more than seven decades,” according to a press release.
Cher has sold more than 100 million records throughout her career and remains the only female artist to have a No. 1 single on the Billboard charts for seven consecutive decades.
Where to watch?
The iHeartRadio Music Awards will air from the Dolby Theater in Los Angeles on April 1 from 8-10pm ET on FOX.
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