The 2025 MTV VMAs was a statement-making affair in more ways than one

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Stars including Sabrina Carpenter, Mariah Carey, Tate McRae and Ariana Grande took to the VMAs stage on Sunday evening to celebrate the last 12 months of music video excellence

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The 2025 MTV VMAs ceremony was held on a night already packed to the rafters with major sporting events and concerts, including a few headlined by the award show’s top nominees.

The 2025 MTV VMAs was a statement-making affair in more ways than one

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