Global sensation Katy Perry will receive MTV’s coveted Video Vanguard Award and perform a show-stopping, career-spanning medley of her biggest hits LIVE at the 2024 “VMAs” on Wednesday, September 11th at 02:00am WAT on MTV, DStv Channel 130 from New York’s UBS Arena.
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- The 5x “VMAs” winner will make an epic return to the MTV stage for the first time since 2017 when she pulled double duty as both host and performer, delivering an unforgettable grand finale performance of “Swish Swish” with Nicki Minaj that included larger-than-life props and Katy flying over the crowd.
- One of the best-selling musical artists of all time, she has amassed a cumulative 115 billion streams, worldwide sales of over 70 million adjusted albums, 143 million tracks and over 2 billion video views. She’s one of only five recording artists in RIAA history to gain entry to the elite 100 Million Certified Songs club, and she now has six singles and one album for a total of SEVEN Diamond-certified titles.
- Katy Perry unveiled her new single, “Lifetimes,” on August 8. A shimmering, high-octane reflection on the infinity of love. The song is from her new album, 143, which will be released on September 20 via Capitol Records.
- “Katy is a musical powerhouse and true pop culture icon. With her game changing creative vision, she has become a global phenomenon and taken over the world’s biggest stages. Katy’s prowess will be on full display LIVE on the VMAs with a can’t-miss, career-encompassing performance celebrating her biggest moments and chart-topping hits,” said Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+.
- Previous Michael Jackson Vanguard Award recipients include Shakira, Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Madonna, Janet Jackson, LL COOL J, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake and Missy Elliott. David Bowie, The Beatles and director Richard Lester shared the honor at the first-ever VMAs (1984).
- Katy Perry’s most memorable “VMAs” moments include:
- An unforgettable “VMAs” debut in 2009 that saw Katy team with another iconic ‘Perry’ for a rousing rendition of “We Will Rock You” with Aerosmith guitarist Joe Perry.
- Katy scored her first “VMAs” trophy in 2011, ultimately taking home three wins that night including “Best Collaboration” and the night’s biggest honor “Video of the Year” for her global smash “Firework.”
- Closing out the 2013 “VMAs” with a grand finale performance of “Roar” surrounded by a packed crowd of fans outside the Brooklyn Bridge.
- Shutting down the Red Carpet in 2014 outfitted in a Britney Spears-inspired denim look, later taking home her 5th Moon Person for “Best Female Video” for “Dark Horse.”
- PRESS ASSETS:
Previously announced “VMAs” news includes:
- PERFORMERS: Katy Perry joins Camila Cabello, Chappell Roan, GloRilla, Rauw Alejandro and Sabrina Carpenter as global music stars slated to perform. Additional names to be announced soon. News here.
- NOMINATIONS: Taylor Swift leads (10), followed by Post Malone (9), Ariana Grande, Eminem, Sabrina Carpenter (6 each), Megan Thee Stallion and SZA (5 each), LISA, Olivia Rodrigo and Teddy Swims (4 each). African global stars Burna Boy, Tems, Tyla, Davido Ayra Starr, Lojay, Pheelz have earned nominations in the “Best Afrobeats” category, with Tyla securing three nods in the “Best Afrobeats”, “Best New Artist” and “Best R&B” categories. Full list.
- VOTING: Fans can vote for their favorites across 15 gender-neutral categories, including the highly-coveted “Video of the Year,” presented by Burger King®, by visiting vote.mtv.com through Friday, August 30th thanks to The General Insurance®. Voting for “Best New Artist,” Presented by DraftKings® will remain active into show. Social categories to be announced soon.
- SPONSORS: Official sponsors of the 2024 “VMAs” include BACARDÍ® Rum, Burger King®, DORITOS®, Downy Unstopables, DraftKings®, The General Insurance®, Healthysexual® from Gilead Sciences, Hilton, KRAFT Mac & Cheese, OREO® cookies and PANTENE.
- VMAs & 9/11 DAY: In observance of the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, MTV will again support the nonprofit 9/11 Day, which organizes the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, and Tuesday’s Children, which serves the families of 9/11.
- CREDITS: Bruce Gillmer and Den of Thieves co-founder Jesse Ignjatovic are Executive Producers for the 2024 “VMAs.” Barb Bialkowski is Co-Executive Producer. Alicia Portugal and Jackie Barba serve as Executives in Charge of Production. Wendy Plaut is Executive in Charge of Celebrity Talent. Lisa Lauricella is Music Talent Executive.
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