MTV VMAs 2026: Taylor Swift Premieres Video, George Michael Tribute

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At the 2026 MTV VMAs, Taylor Swift premiered the music video for her new single 'Patient Zero,' according to Variety. Billboard reported that Madonna and Taylor Swift were the top nominees and biggest winners of the night. Rolling Stone reported that Raye, Sombr, Teddy Swims, Adam Lambert, Meek, and Saint Harison performed a tribute to George Michael. Billboard also noted that Raye performed 'I Will Overcome' and 'Where Is My Husband!' with an interlude from her grandma.

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MTV VMAs 2026 Highlights

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  • Taylor Swift at VMAs
    • Patient Zero video premiere
      • Variety: world premiere at VMAs
      • Variety: dramatic ghost story visuals
    • Top nominee and winner
      • Billboard: top nominee with Madonna
      • Billboard: biggest onscreen winner
  • George Michael Tribute
    • Performers
      • Rolling Stone: Raye, Sombr, Teddy Swims
      • Rolling Stone: Adam Lambert, Meek, Saint Harison
    • Medley of hits
      • Rolling Stone: performed late singer's biggest hits
  • Raye's Performance
    • Songs performed
      • Billboard: 'I Will Overcome' and 'Where Is My Husband!'
    • Special interlude
      • Billboard: brief interlude from her grandma
  • Winners and Nominees
    • Top nominees
      • Billboard: Madonna and Taylor Swift
    • Full winners list
      • Billboard: full list available

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