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Taylor Swift and Madonna steal the show at 2026 MTV VMAs

Original: Taylor Swift turned up, Madonna let loose and everybody smoked: The 2026 MTV VMAs, from every angle

The 2026 MTV Video Music Awards drew attention for surprise appearances and unfiltered moments, with Taylor Swift making an appearance, Madonna cutting loose, and widespread smoking among attendees becoming a talking point of the night. Coverage recaps the ceremony from every angle, highlighting the star power and unpredictable moments that defined this year's show.

Why now: The VMAs just took place, and the combination of Taylor Swift's appearance and Madonna's behaviour is generating fresh entertainment buzz.

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• Taylor Swift turned up, Madonna let loose and everybody smoked: The 2026 MTV VMAs, from every angle · Yahoo
• Taylor Swift turned up, Madonna let loose and everybody smoked: The 2026 MTV VMAs, from every angle · yahoo.com

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