CBS Lines Up 2 Primetime MTV VMAs Specials Hosted by Donnie Wahlberg

CBS is officially kicking off the countdown to the MTV Video Music Awards with a major television event. The network is rolling out two brand-new archival specials this September to celebrate four decades of pop culture chaos, legendary stage performances, and game-changing award show moments. According to a report published by, CBS will broadcast a pair of retrospective programs examining the 42-year history of the VMAs. The network initiative gives music lovers a comprehensive look back at the iconic trophies, wild antics, and career-defining sets that built the Moonperson legacy.

when do the mtv vma specials air on cbs The celebration begins on Sunday, September 13, with the premiere of *Best of VMAs: Iconic Vanguard Performances*. Network viewers can tune in at 9:30 p.m. EST or 9:00 p.m. PST on CBS to watch the broadcast. Streaming options are also lined up for online audiences. Paramount+ Premium subscribers will be able to watch the special live as it airs on network television. Meanwhile, Paramount+ Essential tier members can access the program on demand starting the following day.

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who is hosting the vma specials on cbs Donnie Wahlberg has signed on as the host guiding fans through the nostalgic lineup. The New Kids on the Block singer and veteran actor will walk viewers through four decades of groundbreaking performances from the recipient roster of the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. The first broadcast highlights defining pop culture milestones that shaped the music industry. Viewers will relive Madonna writhing on stage in a white wedding gown during her classic performance of "Like a Virgin," alongside Lady Gaga's dramatic, fake-blood-drenched showcase of "Paparazzi." CBS is following up the Vanguard showcase with a second special titled *Best of VMAs: Unforgettable Moments*. The dual broadcasts aim to build massive hype ahead of the main VMAs broadcast, offering a dedicated look at the most memorable chapters in cable music history.