The most recent MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) took place in 2024, and the performers included a wide range of artists across genres:
- Sabrina Carpenter performed a medley of her hits including "Please Please Please," "Taste," and "Espresso."
- Chappell Roan performed her track "Good Luck, Babe!"
- Katy Perry, honored with the Video Vanguard Award, performed a medley of hits such as "WOMAN'S WORLD," "Dark Horse," and "California Gurls."
- Benson Boone performed "Beautiful Things."
- LL Cool J performed a medley of his hits including "Mama Said Knock You Out" and "Rock the Bells."
- Eminem kicked off the show with performances from his latest work.
- Other performers included Megan Thee Stallion (also the host), LISA, Karol G, Camila Cabello, Halsey, Shawn Mendes, Jessie Murph, Teddy Swims, and GloRilla.
- Notable performances also came from Lenny Kravitz, Post Malone, Taylor Swift, and Nicki Minaj, who performed a medley of her hits during the show.
- Jack Harlow opened the show with "First Class," featuring a creative airplane-themed performance.
The event was held at the UBS Arena in Long Island, New York, on September 11, 2024
. As for the upcoming 2025 VMAs, the list of performers announced so far includes Anitta, Camila Cabello, Chappell Roan, Eminem, GloRilla, Halsey, Karol G, and Lenny Kravitz, among others
. However, the full lineup and details will be announced closer to the event date