Sunday night, the 2014 MTV Video Music Awards became the first major awards event held at The Forum in Inglewood, CA. The 31st Annual event kicked off with a stellar opening performance by Ariana Grande “Break Free”, Nicki Minaj “Anaconda” and Jessie J “Bang Bang” with Ariana and Nikki (who came onstage holding her dress together due to a wardrobe malfunction).
Other performances throughout the telecast featured; Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, Usher with Nicki Minaj, 5 Seconds of Summer, Iggy Azelea featuring Rita Ora, Maroon 5, and Beyonce performing a selection of her greatest hits. The performances ranged from all-out production numbers to simple pared-down sets, each one a highlight of the show. Beyonce’s performance in recognition of her receiving the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award was a show-stopper especially when she was presented the ‘moonman’ trophy by her family – Jay Z and daughter Blue Ivy.
The night’s major awards went to:
Video of the Year – Wrecking Ball by Miley Cyrus
Best Male Video – Sing by Ed Sheeran (feat. Pharrell Williams
Best Female Video – Dark Horse by Katy Perry (feat. Juicy J)
Artist to Watch (voted on by Fans during the show) – Fifth Harmony for Miss Movin’ On
Best Pop Video – Problem by Ariana Grande (feat. Iggy Azalea)
Best Rock Video – Royals by Lorde
Best Hip-Hop Video – Hold On, We’re Going Home by Drake (feat. Majid Jordan)
MTV Clubland Award – Stay The Night by Zedd (feat. Hayley Williams)
Best Collaboration – Beyonce and Jay Z for Drunk In Love
Best Video with a Social Message – Pretty Hurts by Beyonce
Best Lyric Video – Don’t Stop by 5 Seconds of Summer
Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award – Beyonce
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