Who Could Be the Video Vanguard Recipient at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards? Our Nine Best Guesses
The MTV Video Music Awards will give out the lifetime achievement award on Sept. 27.
As the end of summer draws near, the 43rd annual MTV Video Music Awards approaches, providing a welcome respite from the summer heat. The nominees for this year's awards were unveiled on August 18, with the biggest contenders being Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, and Bruno Mars, each with an impressive seven nominations, including Artist of the Year and Video of the Year for their respective songs.
However, the most intriguing and prestigious award is yet to be revealed: the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard award. This annual accolade goes to a legendary figure in the world of music videos, who has made an "outstanding contribution" and "profound impact" on the art form. While the nominees for the other awards have been announced, the recipient of the Video Vanguard award remains a mystery, with the announcement expected in the coming week.
Nonetheless, Billboard has made nine educated guesses about the potential recipient of this esteemed honor.
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