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VMAs Host Sebastian Maniscalco Has a Lot to Learn
Sebastian Maniscalco does his best to learn the important names for the 2019 VMAs before he hosts on August 26, but he's got a long way to go.
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Taylor Swift "Shake It Off"
Taylor Swift does a "Great Gatsby"-themed performance of "Shake It Off" featuring a full band, dancers and Jasmine Harper from "So You Think You Can Dance."
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Baddest Boy Bands of the VMAs
Sway Calloway counts down unforgettable boy-band moments from VMAs history, including performances from the Backstreet Boys, Boyz II Men, NSYNC, New Edition and One Direction.
08/17/2019
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VMAs: Mic Drop Performances
Sway Calloway counts down 10 of the best mic-drop performances from the VMAs, featuring Kanye West, NSYNC, Madonna, P!nk, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and more superstars.
08/17/2019
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VMAS Craziest Fashion Moments
Revisit some of the weirdest, coolest, and nakedest outfits to grace the vma red carpet over the years.
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2019 mtv video music awards
Sebastian Maniscalco will host the event live from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ, on August 26. There will be performances by Lizzo, Taylor Swift, Lil Nas X, Jonas Brothers, Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, J Balvin, Bad Bunny, Rosalía, H.E.R. and A$AP Ferg (as well as pre-show performances by Ava Max, CNCO and Megan Thee Stallion), and Missy Elliott will receive the Video Vanguard Award.