Thu Sep 12 01:30:49 UTC 2024: ## Katy Perry Shines at 2024 MTV VMAs with Epic Medley and Video Vanguard Award

Pop superstar Katy Perry reigned supreme at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, receiving the prestigious Video Vanguard Award and delivering a dazzling performance that spanned her career highlights.

Performing a 10-song medley at Long Island’s UBS Arena, Perry took the stage on a journey through her greatest hits, including “Dark Horse,” “E.T.,” “California Gurls,” and “Teenage Dream.” She also debuted her new single “I’m His, He’s Mine,” featuring a live appearance by Doechii, which samples Crystal Waters’ “Gypsy Woman.”

Perry’s performance was a spectacle of vibrant costumes, elaborate stage design, and dazzling choreography, showcasing her enduring star power.

Her partner, Orlando Bloom, presented her with the Video Vanguard Moon Person, acknowledging her remarkable contribution to music and pop culture. In her acceptance speech, Perry thanked MTV for supporting her “weirdness” throughout her career, recognized the LGBTQ+ community, and acknowledged Bloom and their daughter, Daisy.

The Video Vanguard Award, recognizing artists’ groundbreaking impact on the world of music, is a testament to Perry’s enduring success. She joins an elite group of past recipients, including Shakira, Nicki Minaj, Beyoncé, Madonna, Rihanna, and more.

The performance and award mark a significant return for Perry, who recently released her new single “Woman’s World” and announced her upcoming album, “143,” set to drop September 20th.

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