In preparation for Paramount Global\u2019s major merger, MTV and CMT will be pausing several significant awards shows in 2025, including the CMT Music Awards.<\/p>\n
The MTV Europe Music Awards (EMAs), the MTV Latin America\u2019s MIAW Awards, and the\u00a0Nickelodeon\u2019s Kids\u2019 Choice Awards in Mexico will also be on hold.<\/p>\n
This decision, announced in a memo by Paramount Global exec Bruce Gillmer, aims to reevaluate and enhance future event offerings.<\/p>\n
Despite the pause of these shows, events like MTV\u2019s Video Music Awards and Nickelodeon\u2019s Kids\u2019 Choice Awards in the United States remain unaffected.<\/p>\n
The move, likely influenced by the impending merger with Skydance Media, underscores a shift in Paramount\u2019s events strategy.<\/p>\n
The announced pause on the CMT Music Awards is especially notable, with the show\u2019s roots dating back to 1967 when it was known as the Music City News Awards.<\/p>\n
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