The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) did not disappoint, with Taylor Swift taking home a staggering seven Moon Person trophies.
Story Summary:
- Taylor Swift dominated the 2024 MTV VMAs, winning seven awards, including Video of the Year for ‘Fortnight’ featuring Post Malone.
- Sabrina Carpenter took home Song of the Year, while Chappell Roan was named Best New Artist.
- Megan Thee Stallion hosted the event, with performances by artists like Eminem, Lenny Kravitz, and Blackpink’s Lisa.
Highlights from the 2024 MTV VMAs
Swift, who had a total of 12 nominations, won Video of the Year for her hit song Fortnight featuring Post Malone, marking yet another incredible moment in her music career.
Sabrina Carpenter, who has been dominating the pop scene, won Song of the Year for her catchy tune Espresso.
Chappell Roan, a rising star, was crowned Best New Artist, solidifying her position as one to watch.
The show, hosted by Megan Thee Stallion, aired live from New York’s UBS Arena and was filled with electrifying performances.
Megan herself took the stage, along with iconic acts such as Eminem, LL Cool J, and Tyla. Lenny Kravitz joined forces with Quavo and Doechii for a memorable performance, and Blackpink’s Lisa brought the house down with her solo hit Rockstar.
In addition to honouring musical achievements, the VMAs also took a moment to observe the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, supporting charities such as 9/11 Day and Tuesday’s Children.
2024 MTV VMAs: Here is the complete winners list
- VIDEO OF THE YEAR: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” (WINNER)
- ARTIST OF THE YEAR: Taylor Swift (WINNER)
- SONG OF THE YEAR: Sabrina Carpenter – “Espresso” (WINNER)
- BEST NEW ARTIST: Chappell Roan (WINNER)
- MTV PUSH PERFORMANCE OF THE YEAR: Chappell Roan – “Red Wine Supernova” (WINNER)
- BEST COLLABORATION: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” (WINNER)
- BEST POP: Taylor Swift (WINNER)
- BEST HIP-HOP: Eminem – “Houdini” (WINNER)
- BEST R&B: SZA – “Snooze” (WINNER)
- BEST ALTERNATIVE: Benson Boone – “Beautiful Things” (WINNER)
- BEST ROCK: Lenny Kravitz – “Human” (WINNER)
- BEST LATIN: Anitta – “Mil Veces” (WINNER)
- BEST AFROBEATS: Tyla – “Water” (WINNER)
- BEST K-POP: LISA – “Rockstar” (WINNER)
- VIDEO FOR GOOD: Billie Eilish – “What Was I Made For” (WINNER)
- BEST DIRECTION: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” (WINNER)
- BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: Ariana Grande – “we can’t be friends (wait for your love)” (WINNER)
- BEST EDITING: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” (WINNER)
- BEST CHOREOGRAPHY: Dua Lipa – “Houdini” (WINNER)
- BEST VISUAL EFFECTS: Eminem – “Houdini” (WINNER)
- BEST ART DIRECTION: Megan Thee Stallion – “BOA” (WINNER)
- BEST TRENDING VIDEO: Megan Thee Stallion ft. Yuki Chiba – “Mamushi” (WINNER)
- BEST GROUP: Katy Perry’s band took home Best Group, winning over big names like Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.
