For many, 2025 felt like a blur and that was true in the world of which saw happy reunions, somber farewells and introductions to fresh voices and faces.
Associated Press photographers were there to capture it all, from for a globetrotting press tour, one rivaled by the glamorous rollout of the
In South Korea, fans traveled from around the world to witness several – though a musical reunion of the supergroup
Romance was in the air for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, with the singer giving her beau a celebratory kiss on the field after a crucial victory. The buzz Swift brought to Kelce’s games was eclipsed by the pair’s a few months later. Summer also for the lavish wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez in Venice.
Bad Bunny was seemingly everywhere, from the Met Gala to his triumphant residency that served as an Next, the global stage of
The world said goodbye to several entertainment giants, including who died just weeks after in his hometown of Birmingham, England. Legendary designer Giorgio Armani also made a final fashion show appearance in 2025, showcasing a collection in Paris months
In a year that zoomed by, AP’s photographers capture perfect images of stellar entertainment moments, whether they were on stages, runways or red carpets.
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Photo editing by Carolyn Lessard, Leslie Mazoch and Anita Baca
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