Global rap icon Eminem will open the 2024 “VMAs” LIVE on Wednesday, 11 September at 2am CAT on MTV (DStv channel 130) from New York’s UBS Arena.
One of the best-selling musicians of the 21st century, the 15x GRAMMY® winner will treat fans to the first TV show performance from his recently released 12th studio LP The Death of Slim Shady
Tied for the most Moon Persons wins with Peter Gabriel, Eminem last opened the “VMAs” in 2010 with a powerful performance of “Not Afraid,” followed by a duet with Rihanna for “Love the Way You Lie”.
His 8 nominations this year include “Video of the Year,” “Best Hip-Hop”, “Song of the Summer,” Presented by Hilton, and “VMAs Most Iconic Performance” for his 2000 medley of “Real Slim Shady” & “The Way I Am,” which included a procession of 100+ look-alikes dressed as him.
Securing one win this year would solidify his status as the most celebrated male artist in show history. He already holds the title of the most wins by a rap artist. Additionally, with 67 total nods, he is the 2nd most nominated artist, trailing only Madonna (71).
Other memorable “VMAs” moments
He last performed in 2022 with Snoop Dogg and transformed the MTV stage for a first of its kind performance of “From the D 2 The LBC” inspired by the world of the Otherside metaverse.
In 2012, Eminem made a surprise appearance during Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s performance of “Forgot About Dre” and “Still D.R.E.”
During his debut year of 1999, Eminem won “Best New Artist” and performed a medley of “Guilty Conscience” and “My Name Is.”
Host, Performers + Vanguard:
Megan Thee Stallion assumes the dual role of host + performer.
Global superstar performer line-up includes: Anitta (ft Fat Joe, DJ Khaled + Tiago PZK), Benson Boone, Camila Cabello, Chappell Roan, GloRilla, Halsey, KAROL G, Lenny Kravitz, LISA, LL COOL J, Rauw Alejandro, Sabrina Carpenter + Shawn Mendes.
Katy Perry will receive MTV’s coveted Video Vanguard Award and perform a career-spanning medley of her biggest chart-toppers.
The first round of announced presenters includes Addison Rae, Alessandra Ambrosio, Amelia Dimoldenberg, Big Sean, Busta Rhymes, Carson Daly, Cyndi Lauper, Damiano David (Måneskin), DANNA, DJ Khaled, Fat Joe, Flavor Flav, French Montana, Halle Bailey, Jordan Chiles, Lil Nas X, Miranda Lambert, Naomi Scott, Paris Hilton, Suki Waterhouse, Thalía and Tinashe.
Extended Play Stage will feature a performance by Jessie Murph and Teddy Swims.
Nominations and Voting:
With the addition of social categories, Taylor Swift (12) still leads, followed by Post Malone (11), Eminem (8), Ariana Grande, Megan Thee Stallion, Sabrina Carpenter + SZA (7 each); Benson Boone, Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Charli xcx, GloRilla, LISA, Olivia Rodrigo + Teddy Swims (4 each).
Watch the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Watch all your favourite musicians Live at the 2024 VMAs on Wednesday, 11 September at 2AM CAT on MTV (DStv channel 130).
