Madonna, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Ariana Grande lead the 2026 MTV Video Music Award nominations, but who will win big Sept. 27?

The MTV Video Music Awards return Sunday night with another star-studded celebration honoring the biggest hit makers in music today.

It was like 1998 all over again. Madonna won six Video Music Awards that year for Ray of Light. Flash forward to tonight, and the pop icon won seven awards, including Artist of the Year, for

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards are here and Swifties, it looks like the night is already yours. Earlier this week it was announced that Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors,

"I want you to know I spent the last year and a half finding myself," the superstar said during her speech.

But strange as it seems, until last night, she hadn't rocked the VMAs since 2003, when she did an even better version of "Like a Virgin," in her legendary make out session with Britney Spears. So the stakes were high for her hotly-anticipated return last night.

Madonna, 68, was named Artist of the Year at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards on September 27, beating out Ariana Grande, Bruno Mars, Morgan Wallen, Sabrina Carpenter, and Taylor Swift. The honor came 42 years after her first VMA performance, when a wardrobe mishap during 'Like a Virgin' led her manager to tell her that her career was over. Reflecting on that moment during her acceptance speech, Madonna said she had spent the past year and a half finding herself, believing in herself, and making the music she wanted. She also encouraged fans to do the same, calling that pursuit the true definition of being an artist. “I mean, that really is the definition of being an artist,” said Madonna. “And my hope for all of you here tonight is that you spend the next year, or the next 10 years, or the rest of your life doing the same, finding yourself and believing in yourself.” The 'Vogue' singer had a major night, leading the VMAs with 13 nominations and opening the ceremony with her first VMA performance in 23 years. She performed a medley featuring 'One Step Away' and 'Bring Your Love' with Sabrina Carpenter, as well as 'Danceteria Afterhours' with Charli xcx. Indeed, Madonna is one of the most iconic celebrities in the world. From career comebacks and historic wins to unforgettable performances and emotional speeches, she has created countless moments in pop culture. Click through to discover some of her most memorable moments.

The Queen of Pop has been making waves with her outfits at MTV's big night since the very first ceremony in 1984.

Presley Gerber’s ex-girlfriend Cameron Rorrison mourned his death in a touching tribute, honoring Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber’s son on social media after he died on Sept. 20.

The star has honoured the late model’s life in an emotional post.

Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, died Sept. 20 at a halfway house. The family plans a small funeral as investigation into his death continues.

Presley Gerber‘s parents, Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, were reportedly unaware of their son’s decision to enter into treatment at Resolutions Living in Santa Monica, Calif. Sources with direct

I’m incredibly privileged to have done so many interviews with people like Idris Elba, Cher and even the world famous red-headed puppet with a hand up his ass telling him wha

Amelia Dimoldenberg publicly slammed the singer as the Macklemore drama continues.

Amelia Dimoldenberg hosted SNL UK‘s show on Saturday (September 26), and a joke she made in her monologue is getting […]

Ed Sheeran was the target of a pretty scathing joke during last night's "SNL UK" opening monologue ... which compared him to an obedient puppet. "Chicken Shop Date" host Amelia Dimoldenberg told the