Award Shows August 19, 2021
MTV VMA Performers Announced, Plus: Foo Fighters to Take Home Global Icon Award
Get ready for a historic night when music’s biggest stars perform in the Big Apple for the MTV Video Music Awards!
Multiplatinum singer/songwriter Olivia Rodrigo will make her debut on the VMA stage. The first-time nominee is up for five awards, including “Artist of the Year” and “Song of the Year.”
Also performing that night will be Camila Cabello, Machine Gun Kelly, Lorde, and fellow nominee Lil Nas X.
Leading in nominations are Justin Bieber with seven and Megan Thee Stallion with six, followed closely by Billie Eilish, BTS, Doja Cat, Giveon, Lil Nas X, and Rodrigo with five nominations each. Check out the full list here!
It’s a big night for the Foo Fighters too! The three-time nominated group returns to the iconic stage after 14 years to perform and will also receive the prestigious Global Icon Award. This award recognizes artists who have made an indelible mark on the musical landscape and continue to influence, inspire, and educate. Past recipients include Queen, Eminem, and Whitney Houston.
Tune in to watch the MTV VMAs live from Barclays Center on Sunday, September 12.