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Madonna Set to Open MTV Video Music Awards for the First Time in Over 20 Years

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Hollywood Reporter

What happened

The pop icon, the most nominated performer of the night, last performed at the show 23 years ago.

Key facts

  • The pop icon, the most nominated performer of the night, last performed at the show 23 years ago.
  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:16:09 UTC.

Why it matters

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What to watch next

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Coverage timeline

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Sources

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