Overview
- Idol accepted the American Music Awards Lifetime Achievement Award on May 25 and then closed the broadcast with a live set alongside longtime guitarist Steve Stevens.
- He performed veteran hits “Eyes Without a Face” and “Dancing with Myself,” delivering a confetti‑filled finale that energized younger audience members.
- Grammy winner Leon Thomas presented the award during the Las Vegas show and praised Idol before handing him the honor.
- In his acceptance speech Idol urged young musicians to “pick up an instrument, find out who you are, and be it,” framing the moment as encouragement to the next generation.
- The AMAs performance follows the March Hulu documentary that revisited Idol’s struggles and survival and helps set the stage for his planned Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction with Stevens on November 14.