Jennifer Lopez k!sses male and female backup dancers in sizzling AMA opening performance, sparks debate on social media (video)
Published on May 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM by Edgar Naitha
Jennifer Lopez set social media ablaze as she kicked off the American Music Awards with an electrifying performance — and a headline-making kiss.
Taking the stage on Monday night, May 26, the pop icon and host delivered a high-energy mashup of 23 of the year’s biggest hits, including Kendrick Lamar’s “Squabble Up,” Doechii’s “Denial Is a River,” and Chappell Roan’s “Hot to Go.”
Midway through the performance, Lopez shocked the audience with a bold move: she locked lips first with a male backup dancer, then immediately turned and kissed a female dancer. The provocative moment instantly sparked chatter online.
Following the routine, Lopez addressed the crowd with a smile: “I had to kick things off by turning it up to the biggest songs of the year and dancing my heart out for all of you.”
While many fans praised the performance for its energy and celebration of diversity, some critics online took issue with the steamy display, particularly pointing to Lopez’s status as a mother of two.
The moment has since gone viral, with viewers across platforms debating the performance’s impact and message.
Watch the full performance below.
