Thu Sep 12 00:08:17 UTC 2024: ## Taylor Swift Reigns Supreme at 2024 MTV VMAs, Taking Home Five Awards

The 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, hosted by Megan Thee Stallion, saw a star-studded lineup gather at UBS Arena in Long Island, NY. Taylor Swift, with a whopping 10 nominations, dominated the ceremony, winning five awards, including the coveted Artist of the Year. Her duet with Post Malone, “Fortnight”, also picked up wins for Best Collaboration and Best Direction.

Other notable winners included Ariana Grande, Eminem, Megan Thee Stallion, and SZA, all receiving recognition for their music videos. Sabrina Carpenter took home Song of the Year for “Espresso,” while Chappell Roan, a first-time nominee, won Best New Artist.

Katy Perry received the prestigious Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, a testament to her impactful career, and also secured the Most Iconic Performance award.

The VMAs honored the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks by recognizing the nonprofits 9/11 Day and Tuesday’s Children. Taylor Swift emotionally acknowledged the significance of the day in her acceptance speech.

The awards ceremony, originally scheduled for Tuesday, was postponed to avoid a conflict with the presidential debate.

Here are some of the night’s highlights:

* **Artist of the Year:** Taylor Swift
* **Song of the Year:** Sabrina Carpenter – “Espresso”
* **Best New Artist:** Chappell Roan
* **Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award:** Katy Perry
* **Most Iconic Performance:** Katy Perry
* **Best Collaboration:** Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight”
* **Best Direction:** Taylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight”

The 2024 MTV VMAs celebrated the best music videos of the year, showcasing a mix of established artists and rising stars, all under the vibrant and electric atmosphere of the awards show.

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