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MTV Video Music Awards News

Video: Kanye West Takes Mic From Taylor Swift at 2009 VMAs

By K.R. Gomez on September 14, 2009

NEW YORK — Kanye West didn't walk away with any major awards, but he still managed to steal the show at Sunday night's 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.

The controversial hip-hop star jumped up on stage while Taylor Swift was making her acceptance speech for best female video, taking the mic from the young star to protest Beyoncé Knowles not winning the category.

"Taylor, I'm really happy for you, and I'm gonna let you finish, but Beyoncé had one of the best videos of all time," he said as a shocked crowd, including Knowles, looked on.

Video: Britney Spears and Russell Brand Play Head Games in 2009 MTV VMA Promo

By Alexis Sezar on August 26, 2009

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — It may not be prom night, but Britney Spears and Russell Brand are hoping to connect for the upcoming 2009 MTV Video Music Awards.

In a new promo for the Sept. 13 awards show, Spears is seen strutting around in a white bikini as she ponders getting a call from Brand, who is returning to host the event for the second straight year.

"I wonder if he'll invite me," wonders the pop star. "I mean, I can obviously get an invite, but it would be nice for Russell to invite me personally, now that we're friends and all."

Lady Gaga, Beyonce Top 2009 MTV Video Music Award Nominations

By Rich King on August 4, 2009

NEW YORK — Lady Gaga and Beyoncé Knowles each scored a whopping nine nominations to lead the field for the 2009 MTV Video Music Award nominations, organizers announced Tuesday.

Both Lady Gaga ("Poker Face") and Beyoncé ("Single Ladies") will compete for Video of the Year honors in a group that also includes Britney Spears' "Womanizer," Eminem's "We Made You" and Kanye West's "Love Lockdown." Spears will be looking to repeat as champion after winning the title last year for "Piece of Me."

"I'm excited and honored to be tied for most nominated for the VMAs," said Beyoncé. "I've been blessed this year to have 'Single Ladies' become a video people really connected with and responded to. I've spent so much time watching all the great versions people created all around the world. It's beautiful to feel you touch people and bring a song to life with a video."

"After years of hustle in New York City, where we made our art videos in bars, myself and the Haus of Gaga are honored to receive nine nominations for the 2009 VMAs," said Lady Gaga and the Haus. "We believe in the immensity and the promise of 'showbiz' and will continue to give it mouth-to-mouth, till its vomiting return. All you need is a camcorder, a flashlight, and one truly GREAT idea."

Spears followed just behind with seven nominations and she remains the favorite in the eyes of returning VMA host Russell Brand.

"Obviously, all these people are worthy nominees, but I realize that Britney perhaps wrote 'Womanizer' about me, so I'd like that to win," said Brand, who announced the nominees in a video message.

A fierce battle between Eminem and West would appear to be looming at this year's event. Both artists garnered four nods apiece, in each of the same categories. Eminem holds a decisive edge in the showdown, having four a staggering nine Moonmen to West's two. 

Among the artists receiving their first VMA nominations were the Puerto Rican duo Wisin Y Yandel, rapper Drake and rockers Kings of Leon.

This year's VMA's will take place on Sept. 13 in locations around New York City, including Radio City Music Hall. Among the performers announced to date are British rockers Muse, pop sensation Pink, reunited rockers Green Day and country star Taylor Swift, who will take the stage at the 26th annual event for the first time.

Also see: 2009 MTV Video Music Awards Nominees List

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Taylor Swift, Russell Brand Locked in for 2009 Video Music Awards

By Rich King on July 14, 2009

Taylor Swift, pictures, picture, photos, photo, pics, pic, images, image, hot, sexy, latest, newHOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Taylor Swift will take the stage for the first time at MTV's 2009 Video Music Awards, the network announced Tuesday.

"I'm so excited that MTV and the VMAs have invited me to perform, because I think this year's show will be unlike anything they've ever done!" said the 19-year-old country music star.

Spears, Jonas Brothers Top MTV VMA Nominations

By Rich King on August 14, 2008

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HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Britney Spears will have a sweet shot at revenge.

The pop star's "Piece of Me" has been nominated for Video of the Year at this year's MTV Video Music Awards, which will take place Sept. 7 in Los Angeles.

The nomination comes after the 26-year-old singer delivered one of the worst performances in VMA history last year.