Snubs & Surprises at the 2026 VMAs - Billboard
The 2026 MTV VMAs largely followed predicted outcomes, with Madonna securing the award for best long-form video. The event proceeded with few major surprises for the audience.
Why it matters
Award shows remain a significant cultural touchstone for the music industry and celebrity branding.
A lot of the awards at the 2026 MTV VMAs on Sunday (Sept. 27) went pretty much as expected.
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