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September, 28

Taylor Swift Takes Video of the Year at 2026 VMAs

Taylor Swift claimed Video of the Year at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles for The Fate of Ophelia. It was her sixth career win in the category, and host Snoop Dogg handed her the trophy.

During her acceptance speech, Swift devoted the award to Dolly Parton, calling her the ultimate showgirl. She praised Parton's vivid storytelling, saying that hearing her songs feels like watching the best music video ever made.

Madonna was named Artist of the Year, finishing ahead of Swift, Ariana Grande and Bruno Mars. Holding her Moonman, she urged the audience to find themselves and believe in themselves. The win brings her career total to 19 VMAs.

Best New Artist went to Sienna Spiro, who also performed her song Great Expectation live. The night's other performers included Sombr, Raye and Teddy Swims, whose set honoured George Michael a decade after his death. Kacey Musgraves sang the late Dolly Parton's I Will Always Love You.

The ceremony was held on Sunday night US time at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. Here are the night's key winners.

Video of the Year: Taylor Swift, The Fate of Ophelia

Artist of the Year: Madonna

Song of the Year: BTS, Swim

Best New Artist: Sienna Spiro

Best Collaboration: Madonna and Sabrina Carpenter, Bring Your Love

Best Pop: Lisa, Dream feat. Kentaro Sakaguchi

Best Hip-Hop: Cardi B feat. Kehlani, Safe

Best R&B: Bruno Mars, I Just Might

Best Alternative: Olivia Rodrigo, The Cure

Best Dance: Madonna, Confessions II – The Film

Best Latin: Bad Bunny, NUEVAYoL