Madonna Set to Make VMA Return After 23-Year Hiatus
WHO:
Rolling Stone Music - Madonna, the superstar and music icon.
Billboard - Madonna, recognized for her significant contributions to music.
WHAT:
US Magazine - Madonna is leading the pack with 11 total nominations for her "Confessions II" album at the 43rd annual MTV Video Music Awards.
Rolling Stone Music - Madonna will perform at the VMAs for the first time in 23 years.
Billboard - Madonna will open the 2026 VMAs, marking her record-breaking fifth time opening the show.
WHERE:
The Hollywood Reporter - The 2026 MTV VMAs will air live from Los Angeles, marking the first time the show has taken place in the city in nearly a decade.
WHEN:
The Hollywood Reporter - The 2026 MTV VMAs are set to air live on Sept. 27.
Billboard - The event is scheduled for 2026.
WHY:
Rolling Stone Music - Madonna earned the most nominations across 11 categories at this year's event, which may have contributed to her performance.
HOW:
The Hollywood Reporter - The ceremony is produced by Gunpowder & Sky, with Van Toffler as producer and Jesse Ignjatovic of Den of Thieves serving as an executive producer alongside others.
Billboard - Madonna's performance will be part of the VMAs, a platform that has historically showcased her talent and career.
(UPDATED September 17, 2026 05:00 UTC)
The 2026 MTV VMAs will air live from Los Angeles, marking the first time the show has taken place in the city in nearly a decade. Set to air on September 27, the ceremony is produced by Gunpowder & Sky, with Van Toffler as the producer and Jesse Ignjatovic of Den of Thieves serving as an executive producer alongside others. This highly anticipated event promises to bring excitement back to the iconic music awards.
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(UPDATED September 17, 2026 03:01 UTC)
Madonna is making headlines with a remarkable eleven nominations for her album "Confessions II" at the upcoming 43rd annual MTV Video Music Awards. This impressive tally puts her at the forefront of this year's nominations. Fans can look forward to the awards ceremony, which is set to take place on November 5, 2026.
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(UPDATED September 16, 2026 21:02 UTC)
Madonna, the iconic superstar known for her significant contributions to music, will perform at the VMAs for the first time in 23 years, opening the 2026 event and marking her record-breaking fifth time in that role. This year, she earned the most nominations across 11 categories, which may have played a part in her highly anticipated performance. The VMAs have long been a platform that showcases her incredible talent and career, making this appearance particularly special for fans.