How To Watch The 2026 MTV VMAs
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Key Points:
- The 42nd MTV Video Music Awards take place tonight at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hosted by Snoop Dogg, featuring performances from Madonna, Kacey Musgraves, Lisa, Sombr, and others.
- Madonna leads the nominations with 13, tying Lady Gaga's 2010 record, followed by Taylor Swift (11), Sabrina Carpenter (9), and Ariana Grande (8).
- Nirvana will receive the Video Vanguard Award, while Taylor Swift is honored with the inaugural MTV VMA Artist Director Honors, premiering her "Patient Zero" music video.
- The show includes tribute performances to Dolly Parton, who recently passed away, and George Michael, marking 40 years since his album "Faith."
- The awards air live on CBS and MTV from 7:30-9:30pm ET, with streaming available on Paramount+ in the US and globally the next day.
