The show, which Dick Clark originated in 1972, has ballooned over the years in hours of programming, just as the title of the show has expanded. Clark’s name remains in the title nearly a dozen years after his death.
Artists featured in this year's show encompassed a diverse lineup, with performances by Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Jelly Roll, Post Malone, Sabrina Carpenter, LL Cool
This signifies a 35% surge in overall viewership compared to the previous year's broadcast, which attracted an audience of 5.2 million.