Madonna's Dress Went Up, Exposing Undergarments And Backside, She Was Told Her Career Was Over
Pop icon Madonna performed at the 2026 MTV VMAs, marking a major return to the stage. During her appearance, she reflected on her long career and a 1984 wardrobe malfunction that she once feared would end her professional life.
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Madonna has been hitting the headlines with her comeback on the VMAs stage. She recalled the 1984 wardrobe malfunction after which she was told her career was over. Here's what happened!
By Priyanka Dutta Published: Sep 29, 2026 Updated: Sep 29, 2026 | 11:58:09 IST
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Add BollywoodShaadis on Google The Queen of Pop, Madonna, made a comeback on the VMAs stage after 23 years. It was back in 2003, when Madonna sparked a massive controversy when she kissed Britney Spears on the lips during their live performance. Since then, Madonna hasn't performed live at the VMAs, even though she has made an appearance at the MTV award show several years, with 2021 being the last. In 2026, Madonna opened the award show and left everyone screaming at the top of their lungs.
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