Taylor Swift Sets New MTV VMA Record; Madonna Named Artist of the Year

Taylor Swift achieved a new record at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, becoming the most-awarded artist with 33 career wins, surpassing Beyoncé. Swift also secured Video of the Year for "The Fate of Ophelia" and the inaugural Artist Director Honors. Madonna was recognized as Artist of the Year with seven trophies, while Nirvana received the Video Vanguard Award at the September 27 ceremony.