Celebrities Who Skipped the 2025 Grammys Despite Nominations
The 2025 Grammy Awards brought together the biggest names in music, but not every nominated star was in attendance. Despite receiving prestigious nominations—or even exclusive invitations—several celebrities chose to skip the event. Whether due to scheduling conflicts, personal reasons, or industry drama, their absence did not go unnoticed. Curious to know which A-listers were missing from music’s biggest night?
Here’s a look at all the celebrities who opted out of the 2025 Grammys despite being nominated.
André 3000
Instagram | xxl | André 3000 missed the Grammys due to commitments.
André 3000 shared a heartfelt message on Instagram announcing that he would not be attending the Grammys. He explained that although he could not make it, several musicians and collaborators from “New Blue Sun” would be present. He also extended his congratulations to all nominees, expressing hope for a swift recovery for the Los Angeles music scene.
Ariana Grande
Despite receiving multiple nominations, Ariana Grande did not attend the 2025 Grammy Awards. She has been actively promoting “Wicked” which intensified its press tour in preparation for the Oscars. Additionally, her fans expressed disappointment that her album “Eternal Sunshine” did not receive nominations in major categories, fueling speculation about her absence.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez was another notable star missing from the red carpet. Her song “Love On” released in February 2024, did not earn any nominations. Given this, her decision to sit out the event made sense to many fans.
Dua Lipa
Instagram | Dua Lipa skipped the Grammys after a nomination snub.
After captivating audiences at the 2024 Grammys, Dua Lipa chose not to attend this year’s ceremony. The reason seemed clear—her latest album, “Radical Optimism” failed to receive nominations in the pop and general categories.
Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox
Machine Gun Kelly and Megan Fox missed the Grammys again this year. With Megan expecting her fourth child in March and the couple reportedly experiencing tension, their absence did not surprise many. Also, MGK’s last album, “Mainstream Sellout,” came out in 2022, meaning he was not up for any awards this year.
Travis Kelce
As many expected, Travis Kelce missed the Grammys due to his commitments with the Kansas City Chiefs. Since the team was preparing for the Super Bowl, he could not accompany Taylor Swift to the event. However, sources revealed that Taylor felt fully supported by him and knew he would be cheering her on from afar.
A$AP Rocky and Rihanna
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky skipped the event, which many anticipated. Rihanna has not released new music in years, while Rocky’s upcoming album “Don’t Be Dumb” is set for early 2025 after multiple delays. Additionally, Rocky’s ongoing legal issues may have played a role in their decision to avoid the ceremony.
Justin and Hailey Bieber
Instagram | Justin and Hailey Bieber stayed home to focus on family.
For the third year in a row, Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber chose not to attend the Grammys. Without any nominations or performances scheduled, they had little reason to make an appearance. Additionally, with a five-month-old son at home, their focus remained on family.
Tyla and Doja Cat
Tyla, who won her first Grammy in 2024, did not attend this year’s ceremony. Surprisingly, her debut album did not earn any nominations, leading many to believe she had little reason to be there. Similarly, Doja Cat was a no-show after her album Scarlet failed to receive recognition from the Recording Academy.
Harry Styles
Fans hoping to see Harry Styles at the Grammys were disappointed once again. The singer missed the ceremony for the second consecutive year. Since he was neither performing nor nominated, his absence was expected, especially since the event took place just a day after his birthday.
Lana Del Rey and Bad Bunny
Instagram | honeymoon | badbunnypr | Lana Del Rey and Bad Bunny skipped the Grammys.
With 11 past Grammy nominations and no wins, Lana Del Rey decided to miss this year’s event. Her upcoming album “Lasso” is set for release soon, but her single “Tough” did not receive any nominations. Bad Bunny also disappointed fans by skipping the ceremony, even though he was nominated for Best Música Urbana Album.
Megan Thee Stallion and Jelly Roll
Despite the success of “Hiss” and other singles, Megan Thee Stallion’s self-titled album did not receive Grammy nominations. This may have influenced her decision to skip the event. Meanwhile, Jelly Roll, who was nominated for Best Country Solo Performance and Best Country Song, also chose not to attend. Since he was not scheduled to perform or present, he likely saw no reason to be there.
The Grammys remain one of the biggest nights in the music industry, yet many top stars chose to stay away this year. While some were busy with personal or professional commitments, others likely skipped due to a lack of nominations. Regardless of the reasons, their absence left fans wondering what the event would have looked like with all these major names in attendance.