Madonna Leads 2026 MTV VMA Nominations: Full List
Seven of the eight most-nominated artists this year are women.
Madonna is leading the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) nominations with 11 nods, marking the first time she has been the top nominee since 1998, the year she won the video of the year for "Ray of Light." Her nomination includes her 14-minute film "Confessions II – The Film" which is competing for video of the year. Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande follow with nine nominations each.
Other notable nominees include Bruno Mars, PinkPantheress, Zara Larsson, Sabrina Carpenter, Bruno Mars, PinkPantheress and Zara Larsson. The best new artist category sees Bella Kay, CORTIS, Magnus Ferrell, Malcolm Todd, Myles Smith, Sienna Spiro and Stella Lefty as first-time nominees. The best dance category returns after a seven-year absence. The VMAs will air live on CBS from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles on September 27, 2026.
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