The 2024 MTV VMAs enlisted some star power to announce performances and take to the stage to present, including TikTok sensation Addison Rae, as it staged its annual music extravaganza on September 5th from UBS Arena in New York.
Rae is a sensation that started on TikTok and is now a household name; she was one of the stellar presenters present in the event. Other presenters included Paris Hilton, Big Sean, Cyndi Lauper, DJ Khaled, and Lil Nas X. The event marked the rise of Rae in Hollywood, further cementing her status as one of the varied entertainment figures.
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Of course, the VMAs will also be studded with show stopping performances by some of the biggest names in. A list of megastars who are expected to perform on stage includes Megan Thee Stallion, Katy Perry, Camila Cabello, Shawn Mendes, Karol G, and BLACKPINK’s Lisa among others. But the cherry on top is most definitely seeing Katy Perry take home the super-wanted Video Vanguard Award for all that she has done to the music industry.
This award is one of the high points of the VMAs: it’s an honor given to the iconic artists who have managed to leave a mark on both music videos and pop culture.
But that’s not all: according to tradition, the VMAs are also reliably predictable for their high-voltage, memorable performances, and there are special segments this year destined to keep fans on the edges of their seats. During the evening, fresh performances by rising stars Jessie Murph and Teddy Swims on the Extended Play Stage and K-pop sensations Le Sserafim’s pre-show performance will set the tone.
From their onset, the VMAs have celebrated the best of music and pop culture, managing to allow the fans some unforgettable moments every year. From wild red carpet looks to performances that break new ground, the VMAs are one big cultural event where anything can happen, and it often does. Addison Rae being a presenter not only attests to her growing influence in entertainment but also reflects the evolution of how stars are made in the digital age.
Fans must be ready for more than the music; the VMAs are one of those events that mix star power with those surprise moments, and of course, unforgettable fashion. The list of presenters will include Busta Rhymes, Naomi Scott, Tinashe, Halle Bailey, and even icons such as Flavor Flav and Carson Daly to round out a night suited for everyone.
