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Taylor Swift breaks record for most MTV VMAs as Madonna also wins

BBC Entertainment September 28, 2026 4 views
Taylor Swift breaks record for most MTV VMAs as Madonna also wins

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Taylor Swift broke the record for the most MTV Video Music Awards ever won after she was presented with the Video of the Year trophy at the ceremony, which also featured a performance by Madonna – widely recognised as the original “Queen of Pop”.

Swift’s win for Video of the Year added to her tally of VMA accolades, giving her the highest total in the awards’ history. The achievement was highlighted by the presentation of the top‑honour, underscoring her continued dominance in the music‑video arena.

Madonna, who performed during the show, also walked away with an award, further cementing her status as a veteran of the event. Her appearance marked a rare moment in which two of pop music’s most influential artists shared the same night on stage.

The MTV Video Music Awards, first held in 1984, are an annual ceremony that recognises outstanding achievement in music video production and performance. Categories range from genre‑specific awards to technical and artistic honors, with Video of the Year regarded as the event’s most prestigious prize.

Swift’s record‑breaking haul and Madonna’s win highlight a night that blended contemporary chart‑toppers with enduring pop icons, illustrating the VMA’s role in celebrating both current and legacy contributions to the music‑video medium.

<small>Source: BBC Entertainment — read the original story there.</small>

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