Last night, the MTV Video Music Awards 2024 lit up the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York with a star-studded gala of epic performances and unforgettable moments. The evening was a celebration of the best in music and music videos from the past year, highlighting the creativity and exceptional talent of the nominated artists.

Taylor Swift dominated the night

Taylor Swift was the undisputed queen of the night, taking home multiple awards, including the coveted Video of the Year and Artist of the Year for her collaboration with Post Malone, «Fortnight«. Her performance of the song, a captivating blend of pop and country, left the audience spellbound.

Other Notable Winners

Beyond Taylor Swift’s dominance, there were several other standout performances and wins. Eminem secured the Best Hip-Hop award for his powerful track «Houdini», while SZA took home the Best R&B award for her soulful song «Snooze». Chappell Roan was recognized as Best New Artist for her rising talent and innovative music.

A Diverse Celebration

The MTV VMAs showcased a diverse range of musical genres and artists, reflecting the vibrant state of the industry. From the energetic hip-hop of Eminem to the soulful R&B of SZA, the ceremony celebrated a variety of styles and sounds.

Winners of the MTV Video Music Awards 2024

1. Video of the Year: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone, ‘Fortnight’
2. Artist of the Year: Taylor Swift
3. Song of the Year: Sabrina Carpenter, ‘Espresso’
4. Best New Artist: Chappell Roan
5. Best Collaboration: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone, ‘Fortnight’
6. Best Pop: Taylor Swift
7. Best Hip-Hop: Eminem, ‘Houdini’
8. Best R&B: SZA, ‘Snooze’.
9. Best Alternative: Benson Boone, ‘Beautiful Things’
10. Best Rock: Lenny Kravitz, ‘Human’
11. Best Latin Music: Anitta, ‘Mil Veces’ (A Thousand Times)
12. Best Afrobeats: Tyla, ‘Agua’
13. Best Best K-Pop: LISA, ‘Rockstar’
14. Video for Good: Billie Eilish, ‘What Was I Created For (From the movie “Barbie”)’
15. Best trending video: Megan Thee Stallion ft. Yuki Chiba, ‘Mamushi’.
16. Song of the summer: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone, ‘Fortnight’
17. Most iconic VMAs performance: Katy Perry, ‘Roar’
18. Best Direction: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone, ‘Fortnight’ – Directed by Taylor Swift
19. Best Cinematography: Ariana Grande, ‘we can’t be friends (wait for your love)’ – Cinematography by Anatol Trofimov
20. Best Editing: Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone, ‘Fortnight’ – Editing by Chancler Haynes
21. Best Choreography: Dua Lipa, ‘Houdini’ – Choreography by Charm La’Donna
22. Best Visual Effects: Eminem, ‘Houdini’ – Visual effects by Synapse Virtual Production, Louise Lee, Rich Lee, Metaphysic, Flawless Post
23. Best Art Direction: Megan Thee Stallion, ‘BOA’ – Art Direction by Brittany Porter
24. Best Group: SEVENTEEN

The night was a reminder of the power of music and the impact these artists have on popular culture. This year’s winners proved that innovation and passion continue to propel the music industry to new heights.

The MTV Video Music Awards 2024 not only celebrated the achievements of the most outstanding artists, but also provided a platform for creativity and diversity in music – we look forward to seeing what next year has in store!