2024 Billboard Music Awards: How to watch, where to stream free
Hosted by actress and comedian Michelle Buteau, the 2024 Billboard Music Awards will broadcast live on FOX and Amazon’s Fire TV Channels Thursday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m. Eastern Time (7 p.m. Central Time).
Artists with the most nominations this year include Zach Bryan, Taylor Swift, Morgan Wallen and Sabrina Carpenter. There will also be face-off between Drake and Taylor Swift for the title of BBMAs all-time winner.
Overall, Zach Bryan leads the 2024 BBMAs with a total of 18 nominations with 21 total entries. A first-time finalist in 2023, Bryan took home awards for Top New Artist, Top Rock Artist, Top Rock Album for American Heartbreak, and Top Rock Song for “Something in the Orange,” according to Billboard.
Benson Boone, Chappell Roan, Shaboozey, Teddy Swims, Tommy Richman, and Tyla will vie for their first-time wins.
Where can I watch the 2024 Billboard Music Awards?
Those without basic cable or an Amazon Fire TV account can still live stream the 2024 Billboard Music Awards with Fubo, DirecTV Stream or Paramount+ with Showtime.
All three steaming services offer free trials for new subscribers who can watch the awards show on Thursday night for free before paying for a paid subscription.
What is Fubo?
Fubo is meant for those looking for an alternative to basic cable.
Fubo considers itself a sports-focused live streaming service, but overall, its standard package comes with over 100 live TV channels for $79.99 a month after its 7-day free trial. These channels include ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, TLC, MTV and much more.
Fubo also comes with a variety of shows and movies users can watch on-demand along with the option to record your favorite TV shows.
What is DirecTV Stream?
DirecTV Stream is similar to Fubo because it offers many of the same channels and features. At $94.98 a month after its 5-day free trial, the base package comes with a little over 90 live TV channels.
Those interested can check out all of DirecTV Stream’s channel packages here.
What is Paramount+ with Showtime?
The Paramount+ with Showtime bundle costs users $11.99 per month and has replaced Paramount+’s premium ad-free plan, which was $9.99.
Although not a live streaming service, Paramount+ allows premium subscribers to live stream certain content and specials as it premieres on regular television.
Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to live stream the AMAs Anniversary Special, but can stream it on-demand the day after it premieres.
Who is performing at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards?
Performers set to take the stage during the 2024 Billboard Music Awards include Jelly Roll, Linkin Park, SEVENTEEN, Teddy Swims, Tyla, Cold Play, Shaboozey, Megan Moroney and more.