The 2026 VMAs

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards hosted by Snoop Dogg featured a Nineties theme to honor MTV's musical history.

Nirvana Tribute

Krist Novoselic, Dave Grohl, and Pat Smear performed a silent tribute to Nirvana with no music or words.

“I have the distinct honor of recognizing a band that changed the course of music, Nirvana.”

Madonna's Return

Madonna performed for the first time in 23 years, opening with a piano solo and 'Danceteria' with Charli XCX.

Taylor Swift's Video

Taylor Swift premiered her 'Patient Zero' murder-thriller video, winning Video of the Year for its 10-week Number One hit.

Snoop Dogg Host

Snoop Dogg hosted the VMAs, promising it would be the biggest party ever with sticky icky icky energy.

“Tonight is going to be the biggest party the VMAs has ever seen.”

Nirvana's Silence

The Nirvana tribute included no music, no words, and only Pat Smear lighting a cigarette.

“You can take the boy out of the Germs, but you can't take the Germs out of the boy.”

Madonna's Speech

Madonna won Artist of the Year and spoke about dance being where she found her community.

“Dance is where everything happened for me in my life. I came to life on the dance floor.”

Taylor Swift's Award

Taylor Swift won the Artist Director Award and dedicated her Video of the Year to Dolly Parton.

“I have been the architect of my own chaos that I currently live in.”

Dolly Parton Tribute

Kacey Musgrave honored Dolly Parton with a piano performance of 'I Will Always Love You'.

“Now that's how you honor a legend.”

Snoop's Reaction

Snoop Dogg praised Raye's performance and gave her a warm intro after her 'I Will Overcome' show.

“whether I'm chillin' in the studio or blazing something amazing.”

The 2026 VMAs

The VMAs aired on CBS, Paramount+, and MTV for the first time since 2026.

Nirvana's Legacy

Nirvana's Krist Novoselic spoke about Kurt Cobain's genius and his favorite video for 'Heart-Shaped Box'.

“the most soulful tune they wrote, and one of the realest songs about marriage ever.”

Madonna's Performance

Madonna performed 'Danceteria' with Charli XCX, featuring a disco-themed set and Danceteria legends.

“Everybody here is a work of art.”

Taylor Swift's Video

Taylor Swift's 'Patient Zero' video is a Hollywood thriller with Dakota Johnson as a serial killer.

“I wanted to incorporate elements of gothic ghost stories, true crime, psychological thrillers.”

The 2026 VMAs

The VMAs celebrated 1990s nostalgia with a focus on Nirvana, Madonna, and Taylor Swift's video.

The Last Card

The 2026 VMAs marked a potential last show for MTV as the network shifts to new corporate ownership.