The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) took place on Wednesday, showcasing some of music’s biggest stars and celebrated performances. Taylor Swift emerged as the leading nominee with ten nominations, primarily for her collaboration with Post Malone on the single “Fortnight.” The music video for this track is vying for Video of the Year, where Swift seeks to achieve an unprecedented fifth win.
Alongside Swift, Post Malone received nine nominations, including one for his collaboration with Morgan Wallen, “I Had Some Help.” Ariana Grande, Eminem, and newcomer Sabrina Carpenter were also recognized, each earning six nominations.
In the highly contested Artist of the Year category, the nominees included Swift, Grande, Eminem, Carpenter, Bad Bunny, and SZA. Meanwhile, the Best New Artist field featured Benson Boone, Chapell Roan, Gracie Abrams, Shaboozey, Teddy Swims, and Tyla.
This year marked a significant presence of first-time nominees, with 29 artists making their VMA debut, many of whom received multiple nods, including Teddy Swims and Tyla. Notable first-time nominees also included Morgan Wallen, Burna Boy, and Coco Jones, among others.
Megan Thee Stallion hosted the ceremony, which promises to keep the audience engaged as winners are revealed throughout the night.
Key nominations included:
Video of the Year:
– Ariana Grande – “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)”
– Billie Eilish – “Lunch”
– Doja Cat – “Paint The Town Red”
– Eminem – “Houdini”
– SZA – “Snooze”
– Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight”
Artist of the Year:
– Ariana Grande
– Bad Bunny
– Eminem
– Sabrina Carpenter
– SZA
– Taylor Swift
Song of the Year:
– Beyoncé – “Texas Hold Em”
– Jack Harlow – “Lovin On Me”
– Kendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us”
– Sabrina Carpenter – “Espresso”
– Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight”
– Teddy Swims – “Lose Control”
Best New Artist:
– Benson Boone
– Chappell Roan
– Gracie Abrams
– Shaboozey
– Teddy Swims
– Tyla
Given the range of categories and the diversity of artists, the evening promises to highlight both established stars and emerging talent in the music industry.