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Madonna Dominates 2026 VMAs With 11 Nominations
18 Aug
Summary
- Madonna leads with 11 VMA nominations, a first in seven years.
- The prestigious Best Dance category makes its return to the VMAs.
- The awards ceremony will broadcast live from Los Angeles on Sept. 27.

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards are set to electrify Los Angeles with Madonna leading the nominations with an impressive 11 nods. This marks a significant return for the artist's strong presence at the VMAs, where she has previously won 19 awards. Her nominations include Artist of the Year and Video of the Year.
Notably, the Best Dance category reappears after a seven-year absence, featuring prominent nominees. The prestigious awards ceremony will broadcast live from Los Angeles on Sunday, September 27th, simulcasting on CBS and MTV, and streaming on Paramount+.
Fan voting is actively underway for 13 categories, concluding on September 25th. A special "Power Hour" offers double votes daily, encouraging fan engagement leading up to the event. First-time nominees are also being celebrated across various categories.