2026 MTV Video Music Awards: Madonna Leads Nominations with 11 Nods, Taylor Swift Close Behind
The 2026 MTV Video Music Award nominations have been announced, with Madonna leading the pack with 11 nominations. Madonna has been a dominant force in the music industry for decades and has won 19 competitive MTV VMA awards. Following closely behind is Taylor Swift with nine nominations, aiming to become the most-awarded artist in VMA history. Other artists with multiple nominations include Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Bruno Mars, PinkPantheress, and Zara Larsson.
The artist of the year category features a diverse lineup of nominees, including Grande, Mars, Carpenter, and Wallen alongside Madonna and Swift. The highly anticipated video of the year category includes Swift's "The Fate of Ophelia," Madonna's "Confessions II — The Film," and other standout videos from top artists.
The MTV Video Music Awards will air live on CBS on September 27, with a star-studded lineup of performances and awards. The show will also be available for streaming on Paramount+ the following day, allowing fans worldwide to catch up on the exciting event.
This year's awards showcase a mix of established artists and newcomers, with 26 first-time nominees making their mark in the music industry. Fan voting is open across various categories, giving viewers the opportunity to support their favorite artists and videos. Don't miss the chance to be part of the action and tune in to the MTV Video Music Awards to see who takes home the coveted trophies.