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Also known as MTV Video Music Awards, Video Music Awards, MTV VMAs

21 stories · latest Oct 1, 2026 · Awards & Red Carpet, Celebrity, Music

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The MTV Video Music Awards, commonly known as the VMAs, is an annual music awards broadcast hosted by MTV to honor top music videos, artists, and standout visual works. Over four decades, the ceremony has become famous for creating major pop culture moments, high-profile red carpet appearances, and unscripted stage drama.

Recent coverage highlights the 2026 VMAs broadcast scheduled for September 27 at 8 p.m. ET. The event features Madonna as the opening act with 11 nominations for her album Confessions II, head-to-head battles with Taylor Swift, a performance by K-pop star Lisa, and a Best New Artist nomination for Magnus Ferrell.

  • Coverage of the VMAs focuses heavily on high-profile performer lineup announcements, major nomination showdowns between pop icons, and the legacy of viral stage moments.
  • Recent reporting balances anticipation for upcoming broadcasts with retrospectives on decades of red-carpet fashion and broadcast feuds.

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  1. The Most Iconic VMAs Feuds That Left Pop Culture Shook

    Sep 4, 2025

    Historical coverage highlighted famous show drama, including Kanye West interrupting Taylor Swift on stage during the 2009 broadcast.

    The Most Iconic VMAs Feuds That Left Pop Culture Shook
  2. Taylor Swift and Madonna Clash as 2026 MTV VMA Nominations Are Unveiled

    Aug 18, 2026

    The 2026 nominations were revealed, setting up major category showdowns between Madonna and Taylor Swift.

    Taylor Swift and Madonna Clash as 2026 MTV VMA Nominations Are Unveiled
  3. Will Ferrell’s Musician Son Magnus Ferrell Scores VMA Best New Artist Nod

    Aug 18, 2026

    Magnus Ferrell secured a nomination for Best New Artist at the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards.

    Will Ferrell’s Musician Son Magnus Ferrell Scores VMA Best New Artist Nod
  4. Madonna Shows She Still Owns the VMAs With 11 Big Nods

    Aug 20, 2026

    Madonna secured 11 nominations at the upcoming ceremony following the release of her album Confessions II.

    Madonna Shows She Still Owns the VMAs With 11 Big Nods
  5. Madonna Set to Open the VMAs in Epic Return 23 Years After Britney Spears Kiss

    Sep 17, 2026

    Madonna was announced as the opening performer for the 2026 ceremony, marking her return to the VMA stage after 23 years.

    Madonna Set to Open the VMAs in Epic Return 23 Years After Britney Spears Kiss
  6. Lisa, Shaboozey, And Gunna Lead Stacked New Wave Of 2026 VMAs Performers

    Sep 17, 2026

    Organizers announced Lisa, Shaboozey, and Gunna as performers for the 2026 VMAs broadcast.

    Lisa, Shaboozey, And Gunna Lead Stacked New Wave Of 2026 VMAs Performers

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Lisa, Shaboozey, And Gunna Lead Stacked New Wave Of 2026 VMAs Performers
Madonna Set to Open the VMAs in Epic Return 23 Years After Britney Spears Kiss
Madonna Shows She Still Owns the VMAs With 11 Big Nods
Nepo Baby Music Era: Will Ferrell's Son Lands VMA Nomination For Best New Artist
The Most Iconic VMAs Feuds That Left Pop Culture Shook
VMAs Producer Breaks Down How Taylor Swift Landed Her Artist Director Award
Taylor Swift’s VMAs Dress Sparks Viral Theory About Kanye West and 2009 Incident
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Dark Siren Hair Dominates the VMAs Red Carpet as Fall's Boldest Beauty Trend
RAYE, Adam Lambert, Teddy Swims, and Sombr Deliver Powerful George Michael VMA Tribute
Madonna and Charli XCX Turn VMA Victory Into Hotel Bed Rave With Julia Garner
Pop Royalty Unite! Sabrina Carpenter and Madonna Take Home VMAs Best Collaboration Award
Taylor Swift Turns Heads With Close-Up Look At Sparkling Band At The VMAs
Dave Grohl and Wife Jordyn Blum Step Out at VMAs Following Infidelity Scandal
Dakota Johnson Presents Taylor Swift With Inaugural VMA Directing Honor
2026 VMAs Red Carpet Kickoff: Pop Music's Biggest Fashion Night Begins
The VMA Moment That Changed Pop Culture: Inside Kanye West's Mic Snatch

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Vmas: your questions

When are the 2026 VMAs taking place?

The 2026 Video Music Awards ceremony is scheduled for September 27 at 8 p.m. ET.

Who is opening the 2026 VMAs?

Madonna is set to open the 2026 VMAs broadcast, marking her first performance on the show's stage in 23 years.

Who earned the most nominations at the 2026 VMAs?

Madonna leads all contenders at the 2026 ceremony with 11 nominations for her album Confessions II, including Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year.

Who are some of the announced performers for the 2026 VMAs?

Confirmed performers for the 2026 broadcast include Madonna, K-pop superstar Lisa, Shaboozey, and Gunna.

What award trophy is presented at the VMAs?

Winners at the ceremony receive the MTV Moon Person trophy.

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