Why Olivia Skipped VMAs

Olivia Rodrigo is nominated for multiple awards at the 2026 VMAs but reportedly skipped the event.

Nominations for 2026 VMAs

Olivia is nominated for Best Album for "you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love", Song of the Summer for "Stupid Song", Best Pop for "Drop Dead", and Best Alternative for "The Cure".

“you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love”

Tour Schedule Conflicts

Olivia has back-to-back shows in Pittsburgh on September 29 and September 30, making her tour schedule too busy for the VMAs.

Previous VMA Wins

Olivia last won a VMA in 2023 for Best Editing of "Vampire" and took home Song of the Year, Best New Artist, and Push Performance of the Year for "Drivers License" in 2021.

2021 Best New Artist Speech

In her 2021 Best New Artist speech, Olivia thanked The Kid Laroi, saying, "This is so crazy. Well, thank you to the fans again and everyone who has supported me, this is just so awesome."

“This is so crazy. Well, thank you to the fans again and everyone who has supported me, this is just so awesome.”

What Happens Next

Olivia will continue her tour schedule with performances in Pittsburgh on September 29 and September 30, skipping the 2026 VMAs.