VMAs 2026 winners full list tracks every major MTV category as TBD until the September 27 Los Angeles ceremony on MTV and CBS. Nominees land in early August before fan voting opens.

Video of the Year winner TBD until Sept. 27. PREDICTION: Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, and Kendrick Lamar project as frontrunners after dominating 2025 nominations. Ariana Grande defends her crown.

Artist of the Year winner TBD until ceremony night. PREDICTION: Lady Gaga targets a repeat while Taylor Swift and Beyoncé chase a record-extending 31st Moon Person trophy each.

Song of the Year winner TBD until envelopes open. PREDICTION: Bruno Mars collaborations and Doechii hip-hop crossover hits project as top contenders based on 2025 momentum.

Best New Artist winner TBD until Sept. 27. PREDICTION: Rising pop and hip-hop breakouts announced with August nominations will fill the slate after Alex Warren claimed 2025.