Hip-hop is back on top at the MTV VMAs!
Earlier today (August 18), the network revealed that they taking a more innovative and unique approach to the traditional “host” gig seen in previous years by announcing that LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj and Jack Harlow will be the official emcees for the 2022 MTV VMAs next weekend.
According to a press statement, the Video Vanguard Award recipients along with the rap superstar are set to introduce the biggest moments of the night. The show has seen a bevy of legends and fan-favorites step into the role of host, including music superstar Doja Cat (2021), actress Keke Palmer (2020), comedic powerhouse Sebastian Maniscalco (2019) and global artist Katy Perry (2017), amongst many others.
The announcement comes off the heels of a previously announced star-studded list of performers at the VMAs this year, including Anitta, J Balvin, Marshmello x Khalid and Panic! At The Disco. Additionally, Kane Brown is set to headline the Toyota Stage and Nicki Minaj will perform live for the first time since 2018 when she receives the prestigious Video Vanguard Award.
Last month, the network announced its star-studded nominees, with Jack Harlow, Kendrick Lamar, and Lil Nas X leading the pack with seven nominations each, followed by Doja Cat and Harry Styles with six. Billie Eilish, Drake, Dua Lipa, Ed Sheeran, Taylor Swift and The Weeknd are also big nominees, as they are up for five Moon Person awards each. You can view the full list here, with nominations for social categories “Group of the Year” and “Song of Summer” to be announced this week.
The 2022 MTV VMAs will air LIVE from the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on Sunday, August 28th @ 8PM ET/PT on MTV.
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