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2026 VMAs Presenters & Performers
Madonna, Taylor Swift and 13 artists set for 2026 VMAs.
In brief
Madonna, Taylor Swift and 13 artists set for 2026 VMAs. Madonna opens 2026 VMAs after 23 years, Taylor Swift wins inaugural VMA Artist Director honors, and 13 artists are nominated for the awards. Originally reported by Billboard.
2026 VMAs Presenters & Performers
Madonna, Taylor Swift, and 13 artists are set for the 2026 VMAs hosted by Snoop Dogg.
Madonna Opens Show After 23 Years
Madonna will open the 2026 VMAs in her first performance in 23 years, setting a new record for most show-openers.
Taylor Swift Wins Inaugural VMA Artist Director
Taylor Swift receives the inaugural VMA Artist Director honors after winning best direction four times.
George Michael Tribute Performance
RAYE, SOMBR, and Teddy Swims will honor George Michael with a tribute performance at the 2026 VMAs.
Dolly Parton Tribute Performance
Kacey Musgraves will perform a tribute to Dolly Parton at the 2026 VMAs.
Nirvana Video Vanguard Award
Nirvana will receive the video vanguard award, with no confirmed performance element.
2026 VMAs Air Date
The 2026 VMAs air Sunday, September 27, 2026, on CBS and MTV in the U.S. and globally the next day.
The main idea
Madonna opens 2026 VMAs after 23 years, Taylor Swift wins inaugural VMA Artist Director honors, and 13 artists are nominated for the awards.
