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Harry Styles Skips 2026 VMAs
Harry Styles skipped the 2026 VMAs despite nominations for two awards.
In brief
Harry Styles skipped the 2026 VMAs despite nominations for two awards. Harry Styles skipped the 2026 VMAs to rest before his Madison Square Garden show. Originally reported by Cosmopolitan.
Why Harry Skipped VMAs
Harry Styles skipped the 2026 VMAs despite being nominated for two awards.
His Busy Schedule
Harry is in the middle of his residency at Madison Square Garden and has a show on September 30.
2026 VMAs Nominations
Harry was nominated for Best Choreography for "Dance No More" and Best Dance for "Aperture".
Previous VMA Wins
Harry won Album of the Year for Harry’s House in 2022 and Best Pop and Best Cinematography for "As It Was".
Why He Skipped
Harry skipped the 2026 VMAs to enjoy days off between shows and rest before his September 30 MSG performance.
The short version
Harry Styles skipped the 2026 VMAs to rest before his Madison Square Garden show.
