Taylor Swift wins Video of the Year at 2026 MTV VMAs, accepts inaugural Artist Director honor
Swift, who leads the night with multiple wins, used the ceremony to preview material from her 'Life of a Showgirl: Encore Edition' release.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Taylor Swift premieres 'Patient Zero' music video at VMAs, starring Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell
The video's world premiere on CBS and MTV followed the single's release and a Thursday teaser clip.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Madonna opens MTV VMAs with Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx, her first performance at the show in 23 years
The show started about 20 minutes late due to an NFL telecast overrun.
Variety · +13 outlets
Nirvana members accept Video Vanguard Award at VMAs, pay tribute to Kurt Cobain
Dave Grohl, Krist Novoselic and Pat Smear received the honor from Chuck D.
The Hollywood Reporter · +14 outlets
'Star Wars' Skywalker saga continues with 'Spider-Man' director Jon Watts
Lucasfilm has attached Watts to direct the next film in the franchise's new theatrical slate.
Deadline · +13 outlets
'Avengers: Endgame: Encore' re-release opens to $86M worldwide
The Marvel re-release led a record late-September frame ahead of 'Avengers: Doomsday.'
Deadline · +6 outlets
Kacey Musgraves performs 'I Will Always Love You' in Dolly Parton tribute at MTV VMAs
The pre-taped segment honored the late country icon roughly a month after her death.
Variety · +14 outlets
Bill Gates warns unregulated AI development could 'cause a billion deaths'
The Microsoft co-founder urged the U.S. government to add guardrails as the Trump administration resists new rules.
Deadline · +4 outlets
Snoop Dogg hosts VMAs, jokes about Madonna in opening monologue
The rapper, a three-time VMA winner, hosted the ceremony at Los Angeles' Peacock Theater.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
YouTube, Meta, TikTok reject paid ads for Alex Gibney's 'Musk' documentary
The platforms pulled back from promoting the film, which has drawn Elon Musk's ire.
Futurism · +14 outlets
Lisa debuts first televised performance of 'SaWaDiKa' and wins at 2026 VMAs
The Thai singer took home an award for her song 'Dream' before performing.
The Hollywood Reporter · +12 outlets
Kevin Mayer weighs in on Paramount-Warner Bros. merger at Zurich Summit
The former Disney executive discussed the deal as California's attorney general faces political fallout from a settlement.
Deadline · +2 outlets
Neil Patrick Harris to star in 'Damn Yankees' Broadway revival in spring 2027
Julianne Hough and Austin Scott will also star in the first Broadway revival of the musical in more than 30 years.
Variety · +13 outlets
A24's 'Primetime' opens to $19.2M, showing Robert Pattinson's box office draw
The Chris Hansen-themed film drew a strong limited opening for the indie distributor.
IndieWire · +5 outlets
Pac, pro wrestler Benjamin Satterley, dies at 40
All Elite Wrestling announced the death of the performer, who won championships in AEW and WWE.
AEW · +14 outlets
Raye performs 'Where Is My Husband!' at 2026 MTV VMAs
The British singer entered the night with two nominations, including song of the year.
The Hollywood Reporter · +13 outlets
Jeff Probst says 'Survivor' will keep casting for diversity despite Paramount's DEI rollbacks
The host said 'nothing has changed' in the show's approach after Paramount scrapped its DEI initiatives.
Variety · +1 outlets
Calypso legend the Mighty Sparrow dies at 91
The Trinidadian singer Slinger Francisco was a defining figure in calypso music.
The New York Times