The biggest stars in music were ready to rock and roll as they made their way to the MTV Video Music Awards red carpet at the UBS Arena in Long Island, New York on Wednesday night.Taylor Swift opted for tartan in her very Reputation coded look – consisting of a yellow and black plaid top half and open skirt – revealing black hot shorts that matched her thigh-high boots and lace up gloves.Taylor, 34, is wearing Dior Resort 2025, with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry including 30 carats pear shaped canary yellow diamond earrings surrounded by black jade. Sabrina Carpenter, 25, channeled Marilyn Monroe in her shimmering sequin silver gown, adding touseled locks and red lipstick on her pout, as she led the best dressed on the VMAs red carpet.Sabrina is wearing vintage Bob Mackie from his 1991 collection – the same dress that Madonna wore to the 1991 Academy Awards – while she was channeling Marilyn as well. Katy Perry, 39, flashed her flat midriff in a shredded white bralette and maxi skirt, rocking wet looking locks and sultry makeup.Taylor looked incredible in the edgy look, showcasing her statuesque frame. The Grammy award winning singer – who is in a relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce – had all eyes on her in the plaid dress with the open center – revealing her tiny thigh-grazing shorts beneath.The corset style dress put her cleavage on full display; the star added lace up gloves that went up to her shoulders, finishing up the look with boots. Sabrina dazzled in the strapless number as she posed up a storm on the red carpet. The vintage Bob Mackie gown from 1991 was sourced from Tab Vintage, according to WWD. Taylor, 34, is wearing Dior Resort 2025, with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry including 30 carats pear shaped canary yellow diamond earrings surrounded by black jade Taylor looked incredible in the edgy look – showcasing her statuesque frame The Grammy award winning singer had all eyes on her in the plaid dress with the open center – revealing her tiny thigh-grazing shorts beneathMadonna wore the exact Bob Mackie gown in 1991 for the Academy Awards in homage to Marilyn Monroe.The iconic singer wore the dress while performing Sooner or Later at the 63rd Annual Academy Awards in 1991.She also wore the gown to the after party, which she attended with Michael Jackson. Madonna also wore it for the cover of Vanity Fair in 1991 prior to the awards show, per W Magazine.Sabrina’s red carpet appearance comes after her album Short n’ Sweet – which she released on August 23rd – debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 charts.The former Disney star’s new album has entered week two at number one, Billboard revealed days prior to the VMAs. Sabrina channeld Marilyn Monroe for the 2024 VMAs; Sabrina pictured on the left on Wednesday and Marilyn pictured on the right in 1953 Sabrina also sported silver and white nails, which perfectly complimented her diamond rings she sported Sabrina is wearing vintage Bob Mackie from his 1991 collection – the same dress that Madonna wore to the 1991 Academy Awards – while she was channeling Marilyn as well; Madonna pictured in the exact gown at the 1991 Academy Awards Madonna wore the exact Bob Mackie gown in 1991 for the Academy Awards in homage to Marilyn Monroe. The iconic singer wore the dress while performing Sooner or Later at the 63rd Annual Academy Awards in 1991 She also wore the gown to the after party, which she attended with Michael Jackson; Madonna and Michael seen at the after party in 1991 Madonna and Michael seen in another image from the 1991 after party in the iconic dress Sabrina was channeling Marilyn Monroe (Marilyn pictured in 1953 with Betty Grable) in the gown previously worn by Madonna in 1991 Marilyn pictured with Jack Benny in 1953 rocking her signature dress silhouette, which inspired Sabrina’s 2024 VMAs fitKaty looked incredible in the two-piece look, highlighting her incredibly fit figure.The mom of one chose a shredded set – including one shoulder crop top with a low-slung maxi skirt in the same distressed fashion.Katy styled the look with wet mermaid locks and glistening skin, adding shimmery eye makeup and no jewelry.She had what appeared to be a temporary tattoo of a QR code, presumably leading fans to pre-save her new upcoming album 143, which is set to be released September 20.She received the 2024 Video Vanguard Award at the ceremony, celebrating her achievements as an artist in her over two decades long career. Katy attended the awards show with fiance Orlando Bloom; the lovebirds share daughter Daisy, four.  She had what appeared to be a temporary tattoo of a QR code, presumably leading fans to pre-save her new upcoming album 143, which is set to be released September 20 The mom of one chose a shredded set – including one shoulder crop top with a low-slung maxi skirt in the same distressed fashion Katy attended the awards show with fiance Orlando Bloom; the lovebirds share daughter Daisy, four They shared a smooch on the red carpet at the VMAsMegan Thee Stallion, who was the host for this year’s MTV VMAs, looked beautiful in a black corset style bodysuit with a sheer overlay and a statement making mermaid-style hemline.The see-through number showcased her fit figure, with the a diamond bangle and rings as sparkling accents.Megan sported short chin-grazing locks with a heavy fringe, adding dark red lipstick and shimmery eye makeup.Camila Cabello dyed her hair back to dark brown, after rocking platinum blonde hair for months.Camila, 27, was sporting the platinum locks one day prior while out and about during New York Fashion Week, so it appears she re-dyed it back to her natural color on Wednesday before the awards show.She looked ethereal in black and nude lace gown with sheer and beaded elements; the June Gloom singer wore a large cross necklace and multiple rings, paired with her long fringed hair loose and slightly wavy around her.  Megan Thee Stallion, who was the host for this year’s MTV VMAs, looked beautiful in a black corset style bodysuit with a sheer overlay and a statement making mermaid-style hemline. The see-through number showcased her fit figure, with the a diamond bangle and rings as sparkling accents Megan sported short chin-grazing locks with a heavy fringe, adding dark red lipstick and shimmery eye makeup Camila Cabello dyed her hair back to dark brown, after rocking platinum blonde hair for months She looked ethereal in black and nude lace gown with sheer and beaded elements; the June Gloom singer wore a large cross necklace and multiple rings Camila, 27, was sporting the platinum locks one day prior while out and about during New York Fashion Week, so it appears she re-dyed it back to her natural color on Wednesday before the awards show; seen September 10 in NYC Halsey stood out in her red and black cheetah printed frock, which perfectly complimented her fire engine red locks.The artist showcased her tattoos in the sleeveless sequin accented number.Chappell Roan stood out on the red carpet – rocking a medieval sword as an accessory.Chappell paired the sheer frock with a striking green medieval style cape. The Good Luck, Babe! singer flashed her underwear in the sheer number, as well as her armor-style boots beneath and her claw-style nails. Chappell appeared to have her own knight, who rocked a medieval look like her; the singer passed her sword to him.  Chappell Roan stood out on the red carpet – rocking a medieval sword as an accessory Chappell paired the sheer frock with a striking green medieval style cape The singer flashed her underwear in the sheer number, as well as her armor-style boots beneath and her claw-style nails Chappell appeared to have her own knight, who rocked a medieval look like her; the singer passed her sword to himAddison Rae wore a racy look for the VMAs, opting to sport what appeared to be an underwear, bra and tutu style accent.The 23-year-old Diet Pepsi singer showcased her flat midriff in the barely there ensemble, as well as her ample cleavage.Addison’s bra top had feathered accents and a very futuristic shape, with high-cut bottoms and a very voluminous puff accent behind her.She styled her ombre locks with a simple hair clip, opting for shimmery eye makeup and a pink red lip.Anitta channeled a bride in her white mini ruched dress, complete with a cap and sheer stockings.Lisa from BLACKPINK looked beautiful in her cream corset gown, complete with a hood and gloves. Paris Hilton, Ayra Starr, GloRilla and Tinashe chose striking looks for the 2024 MTV VMAs. Tate McCrae channeled Britney Spears in her outfit – specifically Britney’s 2001 VMAs Dolce & Gabbana look. Tate is wearing Roberto Cavalli.Tate showcased her flat midriff and her toned legs in the sheer black lace look, revealing her thong bottoms and her bra top.  Addison Rae wore a racy look for the VMAs, opting to sport what appeared to be an underwear, bra and tutu style accent he 23-year-old Diet Pepsi singer showcased her flat midriff in the barely there ensemble, as well as her ample cleavage Addison’s bra top had feathered accents and a very futuristic shape, with high-cut bottoms and a very voluminous puff accent behind her Anitta channeled a bride in her white mini ruched dress, complete with a cap and sheer stockings Lisa looked stunning in her VMAs look, with her makeup perfectly highlighting her natural beauty Britney seen in her iconic Dolce & Gabbana look she wore to the 2001 MTV VMAsKarol G smoldered in a striking flame hued bodycon maxi dress for the awards show.The stunning artist posed in the yellow, orange and white number, rocking red glossy lips and her blonde hair sleek and center parted around her. ‘Katy is a musical powerhouse and true pop culture icon,’ said Bruce Gillmer, chief content officer of music at Paramount+ and president of music, music talent, programming and events at Paramount in a statement, according to AP. ‘With her game changing creative vision, she has become a global phenomenon and taken over the world’s biggest stages,’ added Gillmer.Past winners of the Video Vanguard Award include David Bowie, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Beyoncé, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira, and Pink. The award comes as Perry prepares to release her upcoming seventh studio album 143. Her comeback single from the album, Woman’s World, flopped in the charts following its release over the summer.As for accolades, Taylor Swift is the most-nominated artist at the event with an impressive 10 nods to her name. The hitmaker, 34, has the chance to make history as she could become the first artist to win Video Of The Year five times. She already holds the record for most Video of the Year victories with four trophies under her name.  The stunning artist posed in the yellow, orange and white number, rocking red glossy lips and her blonde hair sleek and center parted around her Miranda Lambert flashed her cleavage in a velvet suit for the awards show; she arrived with her handsome husband Brendan McLoughlin Summer Walker (left) wowed in a leopard print mini dress, adding a lip shaped handbag and painting her pout the same crimson hue; Snooki (right) from Jersey Shore fame rocked a mini cheetah print drees, adding a jacket and designer bag Chanel West Coast wore an eye-catching ensemble for the awards show, flashing her midriff in the unique number Bachelor Nation star Tayshia Adams looked beautiful in a plunging black dress The MTV VMAs will air live on 8pm ET/PTHer collaboration with Post Malone, the track Fortnight, is up for Video of the Year.  Post Malone trails Taylor by just one nomination as he has earned nine total with most of them being from their collaboration.The one nomination he received without Taylor’s assistance was for Best Collaboration for I Had Some Help, his track with Morgan Wallen.Also up for six nominations are Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, and Eminem.Like Megan Thee Stallion, SZA is up for five nominations.  Meanwhile, Olivia Rodrigo, Teddy Swims, and Blackpink member Lisa all tied with four nods each. Finally Benson Boone, Anitta, Dua Lipa, Tyla, Bleachers, and GloRilla all have three nominations.MTV Video Music Awards 2024 WINNERS VIDEO OF THE YEARAriana Grande – “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” – Republic RecordsBillie Eilish – “Lunch” – Darkroom / Interscope RecordsDoja Cat – “Paint The Town Red” – Kemosabe Records / RCA RecordsEminem – “Houdini” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope RecordsSZA – “Snooze” – Top Dawg Entertainment / RCA RecordsTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records ARTIST OF THE YEARAriana Grande – Republic RecordsBad Bunny – Rimas EntertainmentEminem – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope RecordsSabrina Carpenter – IslandSZA – Top Dawg Entertainment / RCA RecordsTaylor Swift – Republic Records – WINNER SONG OF THE YEARBeyoncé – “Texas Hold ‘Em” – Parkwood Entertainment / Columbia RecordsJack Harlow – “Lovin On Me” – Generation Now / Atlantic RecordsKendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang, under exclusive license to Interscope RecordsSabrina Carpenter – “Espresso” – Island – WINNERTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic RecordsTeddy Swims – “Lose Control” – Warner Records BEST NEW ARTISTBenson Boone – Night Street Records, Inc. / Warner RecordsChappell Roan – Island – WINNERGracie Abrams – Interscope RecordsShaboozey – American Dogwood / EMPIRETeddy Swims – Warner RecordsTyla – Epic Records MTV PUSH PERFORMANCE OF THE YEARAugust 2023: Kaliii – “Area Codes” – Atlantic RecordsSeptember 2023: GloRilla – “Lick or Sum” – CMG / Interscope RecordsOctober 2023: Benson Boone – “In the Stars” – Night Street Records, Inc. / Warner RecordsNovember 2023: Coco Jones – “ICU” – Def JamDecember 2023: Victoria Monét – “On My Mama” – Lovett Music / RCA RecordsJanuary 2024: Jessie Murph – “Wild Ones” – Columbia RecordsFebruary 2024: Teddy Swims – “Lose Control” – Warner RecordsMarch 2024: Chappell Roan – “Red Wine Supernova” – IslandApril 2024: Flyana Boss – “Yeaaa” – Vnclm_/ Atlantic RecordsMay 2024: Laufey – “Goddess” – Laufey / AWALJune 2024: Le Sserafim – “Easy” – Source Music / Geffen RecordsJuly 2024: The Warning – “Automatic Sun” – Lava / Republic Records  BEST COLLABORATIONDrake ft. Sexyy Red & SZA – “Rich Baby Daddy “ – OVO / Republic RecordsGloRilla, Megan Thee Stallion – “Wanna Be” – CMG / Interscope RecordsJessie Murph ft. Jelly Roll – “Wild Ones” – Columbia RecordsJung Kook ft. Latto – “Seven” – Bighit Music / Geffen RecordsPost Malone ft. Morgan Wallen – “I Had Some Help” – Mercury / Republic / Big LoudTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records – WINNER BEST POPCamila Cabello – Geffen / Interscope RecordsDua Lipa – Warner RecordsOlivia Rodrigo – Geffen RecordsSabrina Carpenter – IslandTate McRae – RCA RecordsTaylor Swift – Republic Records BEST HIP-HOPDrake ft. Sexyy Red & SZA – “Rich Baby Daddy “ – OVO / Republic RecordsEminem – “Houdini” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope RecordsGloRilla – “Yeah Glo!” – CMG / Interscope RecordsGunna – “Fukumean” – Young Stoner Life Records / 300 EntertainmentMegan Thee Stallion – “BOA” – Hot Girl ProductionsTravis Scott ft. Playboi Carti – “FE!N” – Cactus Jack / Epic Records BEST R&BAlicia Keys – “Lifeline” – AK Records / GammaMuni Long – “Made For Me” – Def JamSZA – “Snooze” – Top Dawg Entertainment / RCA Records – WINNERTyla – “Water” – Fax Records / Epic RecordsUsher, Summer Walker, 21 Savage – “Good Good” – Mega / GammaVictoria Monét – “On My Mama” – Lovett Music / RCA Records BEST ALTERNATIVEBenson Boone – “Beautiful Things” – Night Street Records, Inc. / Warner Records – WINNERBleachers – “Tiny Moves” – Dirty HitHozier – “Too Sweet” – Columbia RecordsImagine Dragons – “Eyes Closed” – KIDinaKorner / Interscope RecordsLinkin Park – “Friendly Fire” – This Compilation / Warner RecordsTeddy Swims – “Lose Control (Live)” – Warner Records BEST ROCKBon Jovi – “Legendary” – IslandColdplay – “Feelslikeimfallinginlove” – Atlantic RecordsGreen Day – “Dilemma” – Reprise Records / Warner RecordsKings of Leon – “Mustang” – Capitol RecordsLenny Kravitz – “Human” – Roxie Records Inc. / BMG Rights Management – WINNERU2 – “Atomic City” – Interscope Records BEST LATINAnitta – “Mil Veces” – Floresta Records / Republic Records / Universal Music Latin Entertainment – WINNERBad Bunny – “Monaco” – Rimas EntertainmentKarol G – “Mi Ex Tenia Razon” – Bichota / Interscope RecordsMyke Towers – “Lala” – Warner Music LatinaPeso Pluma & Anitta – “Bellakeo” – Double P RecordsRauw Alejandro – “Touching the Sky” – Sony Music Latin / Duars EntertainmentShakira & Cardi B – “Puntería” – Sony Music US Latin BEST AFROBEATSAyra Starr ft. Giveon – “Last Heartbreak Song” – Mavin / RepublicBurna Boy – “City Boys” – Spaceship / Bad Habit / Atlantic RecordsChris Brown ft. Davido & Lojay – “Sensational” – Chris Brown Entertainment / RCA RecordsTems – “Love Me JeJe” – Since ’93 / RCA RecordsTyla – “Water” – Fax Records / Epic Records – WINNERUsher, Pheelz – “Ruin” – mega / gamma. BEST K-POPJung Kook ft. Latto – “Seven” – Bighit Music / Geffen RecordsLisa – “Rockstar” – Lloud Co. / RCA Records – WINNERNCT Dream – “Smoothie” – SM Entertainment / Virgin Music GroupNewJeans – “Super Shy” – ADOR / Geffen RecordsStray Kids – “Lalalala” – JYP Entertainment / Imperial / Republic RecordsTomorrow X Together – “Deja vu” – Bighit Music / Imperial / Republic Records  VIDEO FOR GOODAlexander Stewart – “If Only You Knew” – FAE GrpBillie Eilish – “What Was I Made For (From the Motion Picture “Barbie”)” – Darkroom / Interscope Records – WINNERColdplay – “Feelslikeimfallinginlove” – Atlantic RecordsJoyner Lucas & Jelly Roll – “Best for Me” – Twenty Nine Music GroupRAYE – “Genesis” – Human Re SourcesTyler Childers – “In Your Love” – Hickman Holler Records / RCA Records BEST DIRECTIONAriana Grande – “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” – Republic Records – Directed by Christian BreslauerBleachers – “Tiny Moves” – Dirty Hit – Directed by Alex Lockett & Margaret QualleyEminem – “Houdini” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope Records – Directed by Rich LeeMegan Thee Stallion – “BOA” – Hot Girl Productions – Directed by Daniel Iglesias Jr.Sabrina Carpenter – “Please Please Please” – Island – Directed by Bardia ZeinaliTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records – Directed by Taylor Swift – WINNER BEST CINEMATOGRAPHYAriana Grande – “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” – Republic Records – Cinematography by Anatol Trofimov – WINNERCharli XCX – “Von Dutch” – Atlantic Records – Cinematography by Jeff BiermanDua Lipa – “Illusion” – Warner Records – Cinematography by Nikita KuzmenkoOlivia Rodrigo – “Obsessed” – Geffen Records – Cinematography by Marz MillerRauw Alejandro – “Touching the Sky” – Sony Music Latin / Duars Entertainment – Cinematography by Camilo MonsalveTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records – Cinematography by Rodrigo PrietoBEST EDITINGAnitta – “Mil Veces” – Floresta Records / Republic Records / Universal Music Latin Entertainment – Editing by Nick YumulAriana Grande – “We Can’t Be Friends (Wait for Your Love)” – Republic Records – Editing by Luis Caraza PeimbertEminem – “Houdini” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope Records – Editing by David ChecelLisa – “Rockstar” – Lloud Co. / RCA Records – Editing by Nik KohlerSabrina Carpenter – “Espresso” – Island – Editing by Jai ShuklaTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records – Editing by Chancler Haynes – WINNER BEST CHOREOGRAPHYBleachers – “Tiny Moves” – Dirty Hit – Choreography by Margaret QualleyDua Lipa – “Houdini” – Warner Records – Choreography by Charm La’DonnaLisa – “Rockstar” – Lloud Co. / RCA Records – Choreography by Sean BankheadRauw Alejandro – “Touching the Sky” – Sony Music Latin / Duars Entertainment – Choreography by Felix ‘Fefe’ BurgosTate McRae – “Greedy” – RCA Records – Choreography by Sean BankheadTroye Sivan – “Rush” – Capitol Records – Choreography by Sergio Reis, Mauro Van De Kerkhof BEST VISUAL EFFECTSAriana Grande – “The Boy is Mine” – Republic Records – Visual Effects by Digital AxisEminem – “Houdini” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope Records – Visual Effects by Synapse Virtual – WINNERProduction, Louise Lee, Rich Lee, Metaphysic, Flawless PostJustin Timberlake – “Selfish” – RCA Records – “Selfish” – RCA Records – Visual Effects by Candice DragonasMegan Thee Stallion – “BOA” – Hot Girl Productions – Visual Effects by MathematicOlivia Rodrigo – “Get Him Back!” – Geffen Records – Visual Effects by Cooper Vacheron, PrestonMohr, Karen Arakelian, Justin JohnsonTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records – Visual Effects by ParliamentBEST ART DIRECTIONCharli XCX – “360” – Atlantic Records – Art Direction by Grace SurnowLisa – “Rockstar” – Lloyd Co. / RCA Records – Art Direction by Pongsan ThawatwichianMegan Thee Stallion – “BOA” – Hot Girl Productions – Art Direction by Brittany Porter – WINNEROlivia Rodrigo – “Bad Idea Right?” – Geffen Records – Art Direction by Nicholas des JardinsSabrina Carpenter – “Please Please Please” – Island – Art Direction by Nicholas des JardinsTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic Records – Art Direction by Ethan Tobman BEST TRENDING VIDEOBeyoncé – “TEXAS HOLD ‘EM” – Parkwood Entertainment / Columbia Records Camila Cabello ft. Playboi Carti – “I LUV IT” – Geffen / Interscope RecordsChappell Roan – “HOT TO GO!” – Amusement Records / Island Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.Charli xcx – “Apple” – Atlantic RecordsMegan Thee Stallion ft. Yuki Chiba – “Mamushi” – Hot Girl Productions – WINNERTinashe – “Nasty” – Nice Life Recording Company  BEST GROUPNSYNC – RCA RecordsColdplay – Atlantic RecordsImagine Dragons – KIDinaKorner / Interscope RecordsNCT Dream – SM Entertainment / Virgin Music GroupNewJeans – ADOR / Geffen RecordsSEVENTEEN – PLEDIS Entertainment / Geffen RecordsTOMORROW X TOGETHER – BIGHIT MUSIC / IMPERIAL / Republic RecordsTwenty One Pilots – Fueled By Ramen SONG OF THE SUMMER Ariana Grande – “we can’t be friends (wait for your love)” – Republic RecordsBenson Boone – “Beautiful Things” – Night Street Records, Inc. / Warner RecordsBillie Eilish – “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – Darkroom / Interscope RecordsChappell Roan – “Good Luck, Babe!” – Amusement Records / Island Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.Charli XCX & Billie Eilish – “Guess featuring Billie Eilish” – Atlantic RecordsEminem – “Houdini” – Shady / Aftermath / Interscope RecordsFuture, Metro Boomin & Kendrick Lamar – “Like That” – Wilburn Holding Co. / Boominati / Epic / RepublicGloRilla, Megan Thee Stallion – “Wanna Be” – CMG / Interscope RecordsHozier – “Too Sweet” – Columbia RecordsKendrick Lamar – “Not Like Us” – pgLang, under exclusive license to Interscope RecordsPost Malone ft. Morgan Wallen – “I Had Some Help” – Mercury / Republic / Big LoudSabrina Carpenter – “Please Please Please” – IslandShaboozey – “A Bar Song (Tipsy)” – American Dogwood / EMPIRESZA – “Saturn” – Top Dawg Entertainment / RCA RecordsTaylor Swift ft. Post Malone – “Fortnight” – Republic RecordsTommy Richman – “MILLION DOLLAR BABY” – ISO Supremacy / PULSE Records / Concord  VMAS MOST ICONIC PERFORMANCEBeyoncé – “Love on Top”Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Madonna, Missy Elliot – “Like a Virgin” & “Hollywood”Eminem – “Real Slim Shady” & “The Way I Am”Katy Perry – “Roar” – WINNERLady Gaga – “Paparazzi”Madonna – “Like a Virgin”Taylor Swift – “You Belong With Me”