Who Should Win Video of the Year at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards? Vote!
If Madonna wins, she’ll establish a new record for the longest span of video of the year wins: 28 years.
The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards will soon crown a winner for the coveted Video of the Year. A diverse array of nominees emerged this year, with six standout visuals vying for the prestigious title. Ariana Grande, Bruno Mars, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and GENER8ION made the cut. Grande leads the pack with two nominations, her "hate that i made you love me" and Swift's "The Fate of Ophelia."
Madonna makes a triumphant return to the category after 22 years for her 14-minute film Confessions II – The Film. Meanwhile, GENER8ION's "STORM" starring Yung Lean is a surprising addition to the nominations. The winner will cement their place in music video history, as this year's category has seen record-breaking performances.
Madonna is poised for a historic milestone with a potential 28-year winning streak if she secures the award. Swift, the current record holder with five wins, would extend her lead to an impressive 11-year span if victorious. Fans can now cast their vote and decide which video deserves the ultimate recognition.
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