The MTV Video Music Awards are right around the corner, happening on Sept. 11 this year, and they’re gearing up to be one of the most iconic awards ceremonies in history. Not only are first-time nominees Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan finally getting their flowers, but the ultimate Hottie herself, Megan Thee Stallion is hosting the 2024 MTV VMAs. I don’t know about you, but I’m counting down the days until this award show!
2024 VMAs Nominees
This year’s MTV VMAs are shaping up to be one memorable night for music, if I do say so myself, and fans certainly have this year’s nominees to thank for that. Taylor Swift is the most nominated artist of 2024, with 10 nods under her belt. Right behind Swift is Post Malone with nine nominations, and six nominations each for Ariana Grande, Eminem, and Sabrina Carpenter. Host Megan Thee Stallion and SZA have five nominations, respectively, with Olivia Rodrigo and Teddy Swims following at four nominations each.
Fans can vote for some of the top categories, including Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, and Song of the Year on the VMA website.
2024 VMAs Performers
As new nominees and undeniable shining stars, Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan are two of the most highly-anticipated performers for this years VMAs. Joining the “Espresso” and “Good Luck, Babe!” singers are other performers including Camila Cabello, GloRilla, and Rauw Alejandro, Benson Boone, Halsey, Lenny Kravitz, and Lisa. And on Aug. 27, the VMAs announced even more performers, including Shawn Mendes, KAROL G, LL Cool J, and Anitta. Each artist is a superstar in their own right, and I have to give it to the VMAs — they picked a good lineup for the show. (Plus, exes Camilla and Shawn both performing? I’m tuning in just to see if there are any interactions between these two!)
The MTV VMAs will be one of the first performances for Sabrina Carpenter after the release of her new album, Short N’ Sweet, which hit streaming platforms on Aug. 23. It’s no secret that we’ve been indulging in the Summer of Sabrina, boosted by her breakout tracks “Espresso” and “Please Please Please.” Plus, with her new songs now out, it’s likely we could see her perform some new tracks for the very first time. It comes as no surprise that she’s headlining the VMAs alongside Roan, one of pop’s other rising superstars.Â
Self-proclaimed as “your favorite artist’s favorite artist,” I wouldn’t be surprised if Roan joined forces with Carpenter for a surprise performance during the award ceremony. Better yet, what if Roan is featured on a track off of Carpenter’s latest album? Seriously, we have no idea what we’re in for with these two, and it may just be one of the best VMAs performances of all time.Â
There will also be a slew of superstars presenting awards at this year’s ceremony. The 2024 VMAs presenters include Addison Rae, Alessandra Ambrosio, Amelia Dimoldenberg, Big Sean, Busta Rhymes, Carson Daly, Cyndi Lauper, Damiano David (MĂĄneskin), DANNA, DJ Khaled, Fat Joe, Flavor Flav, French Montana, Halle Bailey, Jordan Chiles, Lil Nas X, Miranda Lambert, Naomi Scott, Paris Hilton, Suki Waterhouse, ThalĂa and Tinashe.
I can’t wait for the 2024 MTV VMAs. I’m a huge music fan, and I’m ecstatic to see Megan take on hosting duties, who walks away with the most Moon People, and which celeb will have the most viral moment(s) of the night.Â
The 2024 MTV VMAs will air live on Sept. 11 at 8 p.m. EST.