Snoop Dogg to Host 2026 MTV VMAs on Paramount+
Snoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV VMAs, streaming live September 27 from Los Angeles with Madonna, Taylor Swift, and Nirvana among the honorees.
Snoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, which will stream live on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The ceremony marks the VMAs' return to Los Angeles for the first time since 2017.
The live stream will be available exclusively to Paramount+ Premium subscribers in the United States, while the show will also air live on CBS and MTV via simulcast. Paramount+ Premium costs $13.99 per month or $139.99 per year, and Essential subscribers can watch the special on demand the following day.
Madonna will open the show with a performance, returning to the VMAs for the first time since 2003. Taylor Swift will receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors award, and Nirvana will be honored with the Video Vanguard Award.
George Michael will be celebrated with a tribute performance by RAYE, Sombr, and Teddy Swims. Performers include GENER8ION, LISA, Shaboozey, Gunna, SIENNA SPIRO, and Yung Lean.
The news was reported by comingsoon.net.
Quick answers
When are the 2026 MTV VMAs?
The 2026 MTV VMAs will stream live on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Who is hosting the 2026 MTV VMAs?
Snoop Dogg will host the 2026 MTV VMAs.
Where can I watch the 2026 MTV VMAs?
The live stream will be available exclusively to Paramount+ Premium subscribers in the United States, and the show will also air live on CBS and MTV via simulcast.