Dolly Parton tribute, Madonna performs, Lisa wins: What to know about 2026 MTV VMAs
NEW YORK — There was always going to be a moment for Dolly Parton. Kacey Musgraves paid homage to the late, great country music icon at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards Sunday night, with a cover of Parton's “I Will Always Love You." Parton, whose soaring vibrato vocals, poignant songwriting and sparkling costumes defined her rise from a log cabin in the Tennessee mountains to the height of…
Dolly Parton made a memorable appearance at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs), with country music star Kacey Musgraves paying tribute to the late icon by performing a cover of Parton's hit song "I Will Always Love You." Parton, who had a career marked by her powerful vocals, poignant songwriting, and iconic costumes, passed away at the age of 80 from cancer in August.
The two-hour VMAs ceremony was broadcast live on CBS from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles and also simulcast on MTV, with streaming available via Paramount+ in the United States.
Madonna kicked off the star-studded event by opening with the words "It's mother," followed by her 2026 single "Bring Your Love" alongside collaborator Sabrina Carpenter. Madonna aimed to energize the crowd, successfully leading a dance floor while Charli XCX emerged from a club bathroom to perform their reworked version.
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