The 2023 MTV Video Music Awards saw massive success for many artists. Taylor Swift added to her record-breaking legacy with multiple wins, including video of the year for her hit “Anti-Hero.” She gleefully accepted her first award from NSYNC, bringing nostalgia to the packed Prudential Center in Newark.
Swift won Best Direction and Song of the Year as well. She enthusiastically watched performances by Cardi B & Megan Thee Stallion and Doja Cat. Sean “Diddy” Combs received the prestigious Global Icon award, surrounded by family. Legendary rappers like Grandmaster Flash and LL Cool J were honored for 50 years of hip-hop with a momentous performance.
Colombian superstar Shakira stunned with her energetic medley and won best collaboration for “TQG” alongside Karol G. K-pop group Stray Kids were awe-struck by their best K-pop win. Rising talent Ice Spice became emotional as the new artist winner. Rema and Selena Gomez’s “Calm Down” rightfully took best Afrobeats.
Anitta won for best Latin while SZA snagged best R&B despite not attending. Others like Demi Lovato, Metro Boomin and Olivia Rodrigo lit up the stage. French Montana brought attention to earthquake relief efforts in Morocco.
Throughout, enthusiastic viewers like Emmy winner Tiffany Haddish cheered on their favorites. The four-hour extravaganza spotlighted today’s biggest stars across genres in a memorable celebration of music and culture.
