Queen Latifah to Host AMAs, Release New Music
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- Queen Latifah will host the American Music Awards on Monday night, her first time hosting since 1995 when she co‑anchored with Tom Jones and Lorrie Morgan.
- Queen Latifah says she’s a fan of Taylor Swift, praising her “great, catchy” songs and noting Swift’s ability to connect with young listeners.
- Queen Latifah says she will not perform at the show but will facilitate the nominees, and she expects at least three outfit changes during the broadcast.
- Queen Latifah hints she will drop new music this year, her first release since her 2009 album “Persona.”
- Queen Latifah recently sang “I Will Survive” after watching an Instagram cover, showing she’s still actively rehearsing.
Why it matters: Queen Latifah’s fans will get fresh tracks by year‑end 2026, while the AMAs benefit from her seasoned hosting and at least three outfit changes, likely boosting viewer engagement.
