Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande delivered a captivating performance at the 2020 MTV VMAs on Sunday evening, effortlessly stealing the show. Originally planned to be hosted at Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, the event was shifted to pre-recorded segments due to unforeseen circumstances, although MTV assured viewers that a significant portion of the show would still be live.
Gaga’s show-stopping set comprised a medley of her songs, including “911,” “Rain On Me,” and “Stupid Love” from her highly successful album Chromatica. Demonstrating their commitment to safety guidelines, Gaga, 34, wore an LED face mask throughout her performance, while Ariana, 27, donned a black silk mask as they joined forces for their hit collaboration, “Rain On Me.”
Making a statement: Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande give a memorable performance at the 2020 MTV VMAs in New York City on Sunday evening. Both artists donned face masks and wore outfits reminiscent of their “Rain On Me” music video, which garnered much success during the night. The performance commenced with Gaga, wrapped in a blanket, observing a TV screen that teased a past MTV VMAs performance by Britney Spears and N*Sync. After rising from the couch, Gaga started singing her track “911” from her recent album, with Ariana joining her on stage shortly after.
Staying Safe: The pair flaunted their facial coverings while showcasing their popular tune.
Having a blast: Ariana showcased her incredible vocals while donning a sleek black satin face covering.
Appearing in a stunning ensemble reminiscent of a bondage fashion, the renowned celebrity of Chromatica left everyone mesmerized.
In a stunning display of fashion and talent, Lady Gaga took the stage at the fishnet and leather-themed event. But she wasn’t alone in the spotlight as Miley Cyrus made a grand entrance swinging from a giant mirror ball while performing her hit song “Midnight Sky.” Miley, who is known for her daring fashion choices, donned a revealing outfit for her captivating performance. The 27-year-old singer sang the song live, captivating the audience with her powerful vocals and energetic presence. This is not the first time Miley has turned heads at such an event. Back in 2013, she caused a stir when she performed alongside Robin Thicke in a latex bra and pants ensemble. She certainly knows how to make a memorable impression.
Pandemic pop: Celebrities seemed to be expressing themselves through their choice of face masks.
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Choreography: Lady Gaga’s dancers donned masks while she effortlessly moved in the background.
Sudden transformation: It was truly impressive how the singer effortlessly switched her wardrobe during the entire showcasing.
Sci-fi: The futuristic singer showcased her high-tech style by wearing a LED face mask on stage. This time, she decided to pay homage to her daring past by transitioning from performing her popular song on a traditional stage to standing atop a glowing mirror ball. With her elegant legs on full display as she gripped onto a chain, Miley passionately sang her heart out, delivering a dynamic performance. The Weeknd kicked off the show by performing his chart-topping hit “Blinding Lights” on the Edge’s rooftop, the tallest outdoor observation deck in the Western Hemisphere.
Continuation of the “Wrecking Ball” Legacy! Miley Cyrus gracefully hangs from a massive disco ball while sporting a daring ensemble at the 2020 MTV VMAs in the vibrant city of New York on a sunny Sunday.
Impressive: Flaunting her lengthy limbs while grasping onto a seat, Miley showcased her vocal talents with gusto during an energetic stage act.
Warning: Miley, a 27-year-old artist, appeared foolish while performing on a stage adorned with a striking red filter.
Celebrity: Miley has gained popularity due to her significant impact at the MTV Awards. The Canadian-born star entered the spotlight with an impressive six nominations, including Artist Of The Year, and five for the song’s video: Video Of The Year, Best R&B, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, and Best Direction by Anton Tammi. Sporting a bloodied and bruised appearance to align with the cover of his latest studio album After Hours, the talented artist started off the performance appearing seemingly unconscious, lying on the ground in a pre-recorded clip. As the introduction to the song progressed, The Weeknd rose to his feet, revealing a 1980s-inspired outfit consisting of black pants, a red blazer, and a black shirt and tie.
Taking to the skies: The Weekend kicked off the 2020 MTV VMAs in the lively city of New York with an electrifying rooftop rendition of his chart-topping track, “Blinding Lights.”
Cinematic: Entertaining the crowd, a talented singer-songwriter, who is thirty years old, took to the stage on the magnificent Edge at Hudson Yards. This extraordinary open-air observation deck stands tall as the highest in the Western Hemisphere.
Beaten: The Canadian singer appeared bruised and battered, perfectly aligning with the theme of his latest album After Hours, which made a strong debut at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The visually stunning production featured an assortment of light towers and projections of subway cars behind him. Originally planned to take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards had to be completely rearranged due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This year’s event is unprecedented as it is being held at multiple locations in and around New York City, without a live audience to comply with social distancing guidelines.
Oh my goodness! Doja Cat wows the audience as she takes the stage at the prestigious award show, delivering an incredible rendition of her popular track “Say So.”
Naked Rise: The hip-hop artist sported a Showgirls-inspired bodysuit that embraced nudity, featuring intricate silver embellishments.
Sultry: The celebrity definitely caught everyone’s attention in her revealing attire.
Space era: Doja put on an incredibly stunning performance during the show that was a feast for the eyes.
Astounding: The rapper unquestionably elevated her performance to new heights on the MTV show. MTV has outlined its intentions to cover all five boroughs of New York City in order to honor the city’s strength, spirit, and resilient inhabitants. Pop artists Lady Gaga and Ariana Grande received the most nominations this year, each with five nods, closely followed by Billie Eilish and The Weeknd who earned six nominations apiece. All of them are contenders for the prestigious Video of the Year award, where Eilish’s “Everything I Wanted” will compete against Eminem and Juice WRLD’s “Godzilla,” Future and Drake’s “Life is Good,” Gaga and Grande’s “Rain on Me,” Taylor Swift’s “The Man,” and The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights.”
The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards saw an electrifying performance from CNCO, featuring the talented boys Zabdiel De Jesús, Joel Pimentel, Richard Camacho, Erick Brian Colón, and Christopher Velez. The stage was set at the picturesque Skyline Drive-In, and the boys captivated the audience with their incredible performance.
Driving Power: Richard and Erick of CNCO rock the stage at the VMAs
Check out the extraordinary talent of Colombian singer Maluma as he effortlessly showcases his skills in yet another remarkable socially-distanced performance.
Check it out, I’ve got something interesting for you: Maluma managed to engage with the audience even without a live crowd present.
Masked arrivals: It seemed that all of his backup dancers wore masks for the occasion. The nominees for the Push Best New Artist were announced on July 23 and the other categories were announced on July 30. Voting started on July 30 and ended on August 23. Additional categories were revealed last week, including Song of Summer, Best Group, and Everyday Heroes: Frontline Medical Workers, the latter being introduced to honor the performances of Covid-19 first responders. This year also features new one-time award categories for Quarantine Performance and Best Music Video from Home.
Not only did Keke Palmer shine as the fabulous host, but she also captivated the audience with a stunning performance of Snack during the show.
Keke showed her incredible versatility and demonstrated her remarkable talent by not only hosting the show but also delivering an outstanding performance, leaving the audience in awe.
Pop sensation Keke performed her 2020 hit “Spack” while rising star DaBaby made a powerful statement in support of the Black Lives Matter movement during his performance. Taking a bold stance against police brutality, the 28-year-old rapper sang a combination of his songs “Peep Hole,” “Blind,” and “Rockstar” atop a police car. Evoking imagery of protest and resistance, he was even seen seated in the back of the vehicle during his performance. Adding to the impactful visuals, the car was set ablaze, engulfing him in flames as he stood triumphantly on its roof. Joining him on stage were the renowned dance group, Jabbawockeez, underscoring the importance of unity and solidarity in the fight against social injustice.
Political: DaBaby expressed his support for the Black Lives Matter movement while performing on a police vehicle.
Relocation: The 28-year-old rap artist seemed to be alluding to instances of excessive force from law enforcement as she performed a combination of his tracks titled “Peep Hole,” “Blind,” and “Rockstar.”
Revised statement: During his performance, DaBaby was spotted in the rear of a police car, and later found himself engulfed in flames while standing on top of it. The famous dance group, Jabbawockeez, also joined him on stage. Closing the event was the renowned music group, the Black Eyed Peas, who delighted the audience with a rendition of their popular hit, “I Gotta Feeling”. J. Rey Soul, whose real name is Jessica Reynoso, has taken over as the new singer in the band, replacing Fergie. She initially connected with the band when she collaborated with apl.de.ap on The Voice Philippines.
BTS stole the show by delivering a spectacular performance all the way from South Korea during the event. The inaugural VMA ceremony took place back in 1984 at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City. It was a memorable night highlighted by Madonna’s unforgettable rendition of her hit song “Like a Virgin,” where she donned a remarkable wedding dress/bustier combination. Over the years, the Video Vanguard Award has honored 34 artists, and in 1991, it was renamed the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award as a tribute to the legendary artist who had previously won the trophy in 1988. MTV has already announced that next year’s 2021 VMAs will be held at the Barclays Center.
Unexpected Performance: Members apl.de.ap, will.i.am, Taboo, and J. Rey Soul from the renowned group Black Eyed Peas concluded the event with a surprise spectacle.
Where has all the love gone for this incredible band? The Black Eyed Peas gave an unexpected performance for the evening.
In the year 2008 and beyond: The band added a touch of nostalgia to the performance
Visitor: Even the famous rapper Tyga graced the show with his presence.
Embracing the challenge head-on: It was only natural for Gaga to take the lead in donning various masks for the occasion.
Emergency in the pop world: Lady Gaga took to social media to share her thoughts after her stunning performance.
