Summer is coming to an end, but there’s no need to be sad — this means the MTV VMAs 2023 are just around the corner. Marking the end of the season, the famed awards consistently delivers memorable moments and red carpet looks that go down in history, all on top of unforgettable performances. Of course, the 2023 edition of the event will be no different.
Earlier this month, MTV announced the complete list of 2023 VMAs nominees. Taylor Swift leads the pack this year with eight nominations, including Artist of the Year and Video of the Year. SZA follows her closely with six nods of her own; other notable nominees include Doja Cat, BLACKPINK, Olivia Rodrigo, and Sam Smith.
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Judging by the nominees alone, we can already expect a dazzling night, but the newly announced performers are the cherry on top of this year’s star-studded cake. MTV is announcing the roster of “global performers” for the VMAs 2023 in waves, and we are truly in for a treat. If you are a STAY, you might want to consider the trek to Newark, New Jersey’s Prudential Center because Stray Kids are set to take the VMAs stage for the very first time.
On top of the incredible performers listed below, Video Vanguard recipient Shakira and Global Icon Award honoree P. Diddy will both take the VMAs stage with extra-special performances. Keep scrolling to check out the full list of acts performing live at the MTV VMAs 2023 on Tuesday, September 12.
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Doja Cat‘s highly-anticipated fourth studio album Scarlet is set to arrive a week after the VMAs 2023, which means it’s the perfect occasion for the musician to tease her new music. Doja is a four-time VMA winner, and previously hosted the awards in 2021. She’s nominated for 5 awards at this year’s show, including the major categories Video of the Year and Artist of the Year.
