Magnus Ferrell, son of comedian Will Ferrell and Viveca Paulin, officially made his solo music debut at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, September 7, at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. At 21 years old, Magnus appeared on the red carpet for his first major awards show as an independent artist, marking a significant milestone in his budding music career.
Early Reflections on His Music Journey
Earlier this year, Magnus shared his perspective on carving out his own path in the music industry despite his famous family background. In an interview with Us Weekly, he acknowledged the advantages and added pressure of being related to celebrities in the entertainment world.
“The great thing about me wanting to do music is that I have to make good music for people to react to good music. Sure, there’s been opportunities, and I’ve gotten extra opportunities because of my parents, but I still had to show up for the occasion,”
he said.
Anticipation Surrounding the 2025 VMAs Broadcast
The 2025 ceremony is notable as the first MTV VMAs aired live on CBS, featuring LL Cool J as the returning host after his co-hosting role in 2022. Lady Gaga leads this year’s nominations with twelve, while also being among the highlighted performers for the event. Fans were encouraged to tune in at 8pm ET/5pm PT to watch the live show and witness performances from a star-studded lineup, including Magnus Ferrell’s music debut.
Magnus Continues to Build His Music Presence Online
In addition to his VMAs appearance, Magnus has been sharing his music through social media platforms such as TikTok, where listeners can hear the songs he has been creating. This online presence helps him connect with fans and establish his artistic identity beyond the shadow of his parents’ fame.
