02:17 AM EDT 10/15/2009
MTV Video Music Awards
![]() |
POLL: Would You Pay to Keep Kanye Quiet?
Originally posted 09/14/2009 10:00AM
Based on a barrage of angry posts to sites like Twitter and Facebook, music fans are not happy with Kanye West, who interrupted best female video winner Taylor Swift on stage at Radio City Music Hall during Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards.
Permalink | Filed Under: Kanye WestMTV Video Music Awards
![]() |
Taylor Swift Wins Best Female Video – Upsetting Kanye West
Originally posted 09/13/2009 09:00PM
In true VMA form, the MTV awards show did not stick to the script.
The first winner of the night, Taylor Swift for best female video, was victim to this when she was rudely and quickly interrupted by Kanye West, who cut off her acceptance speech. He stole the microphone to announce that fellow nominee Beyoncé had "one of the greatest videos of all time," in "Single Ladies."
"I was standing on stage and I was really excited because I'd just won the award and then I was really excited because Kanye West was on stage," Swift recalled after the show. "And then I wasn't excited anymore after that."
For her part, Beyoncé appeared shocked by the outburst and the crowd booed the rapper. Off-camera, when West returned to his seat, audience members gave a still-stunned Swift (who was ushered off the stage before finishing her speech) a standing ovation.
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Beyonce Knowles, Kanye West, Lady Gaga, Michael Jackson, Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift Admires Rihanna's 'Amazing' Style
Originally posted 08/14/2009 09:50AM
With the MTV Video Music Awards coming up Sept. 13, Taylor Swift, who's set to perform for the first time at this year's bash in New York City, is looking for fashion inspirations.
"I think with the VMAs it's all about color and being risky," Swift says in an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the country starlet's West Side Story-themed VMA promo, which will start airing on MTV on Friday night.
Whose style standard is she following?
"I think Rihanna has always been amazing at the VMAs," she says. "Everything that she's decided to do as far as fashion on the red carpet, she takes chances."
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Taylor Swift
![]() |
Pink 'Can't Wait to Blow the Roof Off' at VMAs
Originally posted 07/30/2009 10:15AM
What does Pink have up her sleeve?
The singer is the latest star confirmed to perform at MTV's Video Music Awards, taking place Sept. 13 at locations around New York City, including Radio City Music Hall.
"Last year I got to jump out of a window at the VMAs in L.A.," Pink said. "This year I can't wait to blow the roof off Radio City in New York."
And Pink is not alone.
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Pink
![]() |
Taylor Swift Excited to Perform at VMAs
Originally posted 07/14/2009 09:15AM
It's official: Taylor Swift will be taking the stage at MTV's 2009 Video Music Awards.
The teen country sensation is the first performer to be confirmed for entertainment's most unpredictable awards show, to be held Sept. 13 in locations around New York City, including Radio City Music Hall.
"I'm so excited that MTV and the VMAs have invited me to perform, because I think this year's show will be unlike anything they've ever done!" says Swift, who will sing a new version of her song "You Belong With Me" from her hit album Fearless.
Permalink | Filed Under: Music News, MTV Video Music Awards, Taylor Swift
![]() |
Jonas Brothers Call Russell Brand 'Hilarious'
Originally posted 09/09/2008 02:55PM
Forgive and forget? That seems to be the Jonas Brothers' attitude toward Russell Brand.
In England to promote their Disney movie Camp Rock, the brothers say they were not upset at the British comedian for taking swipes at their purity rings and pledges of virginity during Sunday's MTV Video Music Awards.
"For us it's cool to see that he recognizes we are gentleman," Nick Jonas said Tuesday during an appearance on BBC Radio's Newsbeat program.
Plus, the teen stars say, they had an army of fans by their side.
Said Kevin: "We had a lot of friends there and everybody's so nice. We had a good time."
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards 2008, Individual Class, Joe Jonas, Jonas Brothers, Kevin Jonas, Nick Jonas
![]() |
Britney Wins Big at the VMAs
Originally posted 09/07/2008 09:30PM
It was Britney's night!
The pop star made a triumphant return to MTV's Video Music Awards, winning three Moonmen, including the night's big honor, video of the year, for her hit "Piece of Me."
"I'm in shock," the grateful singer said after accepting her third award of the night from NBA star Kobe Bryant.
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears
![]() |
Britney 'Getting Opportunity to Start Over' at VMAs
Originally posted 09/07/2008 12:00PM
Britney Spears is back. Or at least she will be – in some capacity.
The pop star will again openMTV's Video Music Awards, which will broadcast live from Los Angeles's
Paramount Studios on Sunday night (9 p.m. ET). But unlike last year, where
Spears delivered a memorable (and critically derided performance, the pop star
is not expected to perform on the show.)
"She gets an opportunity to start over again," hip-hop producer Jermaine Dupri told PEOPLE at Friday's TAG Records Official MTV VMA Kickoff party in Hollywood at Avalon. "A lot of people don't get a chance to do that again. I just hope she kills it."
And the man who's helped launch the careers of platinum artists TLC, Kris Kross and Da Brat added, "Last time, I didn't think her performance was that bad, but people ragged her so bad, then I saw the press."
So what will she do?
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears
![]() |
Britney Spears 'Excited' to Kick Off Video Awards
Originally posted 09/03/2008 05:30PM
Britney Spears will open the show at the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, PEOPLE has learned.
"MTV has long played an important role in my career. How can I not be there to kick off their 25th VMAs?" Spears tells PEOPLE in a statement. "I'm excited to open the entire show, to say hi to my fans and to be nominated."
Spears – who has been nominated 16 times and never won a Moon Man – is up for Best Female Video, Best Pop Video and Video of the Year for "Piece of Me."
It's still not known how she'll open the show. A source confirms that the opening segment will not feature a musical performance by Spears.
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears
![]() |
Miley Cyrus, Lindsay Lohan to Present at the VMAs
Originally posted 08/28/2008 02:30PM
It will be a night of the golden moonman as Miley Cyrus, Lindsay Lohan, and the cast of High School Musical 3 present this year's winners with the signature statues at the MTV Video Music Awards.
Scarlett Johansson, gold medalist Michael Phelps, and Ciara will also be on hand to present at the show, airing on Sept. 7 from L.A.'s Paramount Pictures Studios.
Permalink | Filed Under: MTV Video Music Awards, Lindsay Lohan, Miley Cyrus
People Top 5
Top 10 News Categories
The most buzzed about stars this minute!
Treat Yourself! 4 Preview Issues
More On People.com
Got a News Tip?
Send it to our People.com editors!
News Archive

















