The Queen of Pop is making MTV Video Music Awards history once again. Madonna is officially slated to kick off this year’s telecast, becoming the first artist in the award show’s history to open the ceremony five separate times.
The record-breaking opener marks a major milestone for the iconic performer, whose relationship with the network spans over four decades. From her legendary performance of “Like a Virgin” at the inaugural 1984 ceremony to her headline-grabbing 2003 opening alongside Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera, Madonna has consistently delivered defining pop culture moments on the VMA stage.
Heading into this year’s broadcast as the leading nominee with a career-high 11 nominations, her return to the stage reinforces her unmatched legacy in music video history. The ceremony, hosted by Snoop Dogg, will air live from Los Angeles’ Peacock Theater across CBS, MTV, and Paramount+.
