Madonna Returns to VMAs Stage for First Time Since 2003

The Queen of Pop has returned to the VMAs stage. The 68-year-old pop star skipped the red carpet at the Peacock Theatre and kicked off the show. This marks her first time performing at the VMAs since 2003, a year notable for her on-camera kiss with Britney Spears during a performance. While she attended the VMAs in 2021, she had not performed at the show since 2003.

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Wearing a daring outfit, the singer received praise and excitement from fans for her performance, which featured an on-stage collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX. During the performance with Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna performed Bring Your Love, which was released in April 2026 following their first live performance together at Coachella in 2026.

Madonna also won Artist of the Year at the MTV VMAs, marking her 20th VMA win.