Snoop Dogg Hosts 2026 MTV Video Music Awards as Los Angeles Returns to Host for First Time Since 2017
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The 42nd MTV Video Music Awards will take place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 7:30pm ET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Snoop Dogg will serve as host for the first time, with the ceremony marking the city's return as venue following a nine-year absence from the awards show.
The evening's lineup includes performances from Madonna, who will take the stage for her first VMA appearance since 2003, alongside other prominent artists including Kacey Musgraves and Lisa. The broadcast will also feature special tributes honouring the late Dolly Parton and commemorate an important music industry milestone marking four decades.
- 42nd MTV Video Music Awards airs September 27 at 7:30pm ET from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles with Snoop Dogg hosting
- Madonna returns to perform for the first time in 23 years, alongside Kacey Musgraves and Lisa
- Event includes tributes to Dolly Parton and marks 40 years of significant music history
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The MTV Video Music Awards is an annual awards ceremony celebrating achievements in music videos and the broader music industry. This year's 42nd edition takes place on Sunday from Los Angeles's Peacock Theater, marking the city's return as host for the first time in nine years.
The ceremony will be hosted by Snoop Dogg in his first time hosting the event, and will feature high-profile musical performances including Madonna, who will take the stage for the first time at the VMAs since 2003. Additional performances are planned from artists including Kacey Musgraves and Lisa.
The show will also include a special tribute to Dolly Parton, the legendary country music figure who recently passed away. The ceremony marks an important milestone for the music industry, honouring four decades of achievement.
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