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Why Were the 2025 CMT Music Awards Canceled? See Reason

The annual event was canceled by its parent company, Paramount Global, along with several other awards shows. Find out why.

The media giant — which is home to several well-known entertainment platforms such as Paramount+, Paramount Pictures, MTV, Comedy Central, CMT and more — announced the cancelation in a memo to staff, which was obtained by The Hollywood Reporter. In a letter obtained by THR on February 7, 2025, Paramount executive Bruce Gillmer informed staffers at the company that they were “pausing” some events in 2025. Our world-class events remain a key component of Paramount’s music offering as we continue to raise the bar in delivering iconic, unforgettable performances and moments that drive pop culture.

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