The 2024 MTV VMAs: Live Updates from the Red Carpet and Show Where Taylor Swift Is Poised to Make History
The MTV Video Music Awards is turning the big 4-0!
Four decades after launching what would become a pop culture juggernaut with its very first VMAs, the music television network is putting on its 40th anniversary show on Wednesday, Sept. 11, live from the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York.
Megan Thee Stallion is set to host the milestone evening, which is set to be attended by some of the biggest names across the entertainment industry. Expected to take the stage? Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Camila Cabello, Halsey, LL Cool J, Lenny Kravitz, Shawn Mendes and Eminem (among others).
Katy Perry will be on hand to receive the Video Vanguard Award and also perform a medley of her hits. Previous recipients over the years for the prestigious honor include Shakira, Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna and Missy Elliott.
PEOPLE is covering the VMAs live with reporters on the red carpet and at the arena, sharing all the fashion fun as well as every powerful performance, can’t-miss moment and memorable acceptance speech.
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Megan Thee Stallion is planning a few costume changes throughout the evening.
In an exclusive conversation with PEOPLE ahead of the VMAs, the rapper, 29, hinted that she’ll have multiple wardrobe fits during showtime, teasing, “I’m excited to change clothes 500 times!”
That’s not all she’s looking forward to. Megan also said she’s “excited to perform” and “excited to see all the Hotties.”
“I love New York,” the Grammy winner adds. “I can’t wait to be there again and eat all the food, and I’m excited for people to see what I bring to the table while hosting,”
Read more from Megan here.
Source: People
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