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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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THE “VMAs” SCORES 8.4 MILLION VIEWERS, UP +51% FROM LAST YEAR, AND HITS 11-YEAR VIEWERSHIP HIGH
Last night’s 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”) on CBS and simulcast on MTV delivered 8.43 million viewers, the most-watched “VMAs” since 2015 and up +51% from the 2025 awards show. Hosted by Snoop Dogg and broadcast live from Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater, the 2026 “VMAs” delivered a star-studded celebration of music’s biggest artists and moments including Taylor Swift taking home the night’s top honor, Video of the Year, and receiving the inaugural MTV VMA Artist Director Honors. The awards show posted its largest viewership in key adults 25-54, adults 18-49 and adults 18-34 demos in ...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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WINNERS REVEALED FOR THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” ON CBS
WINNERS REVEALED FOR THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” ON CBS Madonna Led the Night with Seven Wins WINNERS IN EACH CATEGORY BELOW: VIDEO OF THE YEAR (presented in show) Taylor Swift - “The Fate of Ophelia” - Republic Records ARTIST OF THE YEAR (presented in show) Madonna - Warner Records BEST COLLABORATION (presented in show) Madonna & Sabrina Carpenter - “Bring Your Love” - Warner Records BEST DANCE, presented by BACARDÍ® Rum (presented in show) Madonna - “Confessions II - The Film” - Warner Records BEST NEW ARTIST, presented by The General I...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs) TIP SHEET
PRESENTERS ADDED AHEAD OF THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS” (“VMAs”) TONIGHT, SEPT. 27 ON CBS “VMAs” Will Simulcast on MTV and Stream on Paramount+ Chuck D, Emma Bunton, Orville Peck and Paris Hilton Join Super-Charged Presenter Lineup CBS and MTV announced Chuck D, Emma Bunton, Orville Peck and Paris Hilton have joined the presenter lineup for the 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”). TUNE IN: Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the “VMAs” airs tonight, Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ (Pre...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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PARAMOUNT AND SPOTIFY PARTNER FOR THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” ON CBS
Spotify to Launch Dedicated On-Platform “VMAs” Destination Featuring Current and Iconic Performances NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2026 – The partnership represents a significant co-marketing initiative between Paramount and Spotify, bringing the 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”) on CBS to fans on Spotify around the world and creating new ways to experience the “VMAs” before, during and beyond the live broadcast. Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the “VMAs” will air live from Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, simulcast on MTV and streaming o...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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PRESENTERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE “2026 VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” AIRING SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 ON CBS
“VMAs” Will Simulcast on MTV and Stream on Paramount+ CBS and MTV announced today a powerhouse presenter lineup for the 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”). Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the “VMAs” will air live from Los Angeles on Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ (Premium) in the U.S. The show will also be available globally the next day on Paramount+ and MTV. “VMAs” presenters include: Alex Warren Belmont Cameli Brandon Sklenar Charli xcx Ciara Miller David Corens...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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TAYLOR SWIFT’S NEW SINGLE “PATIENT ZERO” MUSIC VIDEO TO WORLD PREMIERE DURING THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 ON CBS
“Patient Zero” Is Directed by Taylor Swift and Stars Colin Farrell and Dakota Johnson “VMAs” Will Simulcast on MTV and Stream on Paramount+ Watch Announcement on “CBS Mornings” Here Asset Here (Passphrase: IKaHhS-7s4QTh-QJ1iDt) Credit: TAS Rights Management. Editorial use only in context to new video for “Patient Zero” CBS and MTV announced today that the music video for Taylor Swift’s “Patient Zero” will make its world premiere during the 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”). Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the “VMAs” will air Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Te...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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DOLLY PARTON TRIBUTE WITH PERFORMANCE BY KACEY MUSGRAVES SET FOR THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 ON CBS
“VMAs” Will Simulcast on MTV and Stream on Paramount+ Photo credit: CJ Harvey CBS and MTV today announced a special tribute to Dolly Parton with a performance by Kacey Musgraves during the 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”). Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the “VMAs” will air Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ (Premium) in the U.S. The show will also be available globally the next day on Paramount+ and MTV. Kacey Musgraves returns to the “VMAs” stage for her first performance in five years, payi...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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GEORGE MICHAEL TRIBUTE SET FOR THE “2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 ON CBS
“VMAs” Will Simulcast on MTV and Stream on Paramount+ RAYE, SOMBR and TEDDY SWIMS to Honor Multi-Genre Phenom Hi Res – Credit: Chris Cuffaro CBS and MTV announced today that RAYE, SOMBR and TEDDY SWIMS will come together for a tribute performance to honor musical genius and icon George Michael during the 2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (“VMAs”). Hosted by Snoop Dogg, the “VMAs” will air Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network, simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ (Premium) in the U.S. The show will also be available globally the next day...
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2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs)
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“2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” BROADCAST RESTRICTIONS
“2026 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS (VMAs)” (the “Program”) Sunday, Sept. 27 (7:30 PM-9:30 PM, ET/4:30-6:30 PM, PT) on the CBS Television Network and simulcast on MTV Broadcast Excerpt Usage Restrictions The following guidelines apply to Domestic, International Broadcasts, Online News and Social Media Sites: All footage, clips, or excerpts from the Program (“Clips”) may be used on a nonexclusive basis, subject to the restrictions set forth below, and may only be used in the segment of your media coverage related to the Program and for no other purpose whatsoever, without the prior written conse...
