MTV brought the VMAs back to the west coast for
a live, star-studded show in Los Angeles,
packing a powerful punch of side-splittingly
funny entertainment, awe-inducing performances,
and twitter trend-worthy moments.
Host Chelsea Handler was uncensored and all-out
hilarious as she riffed on everyone from Justin
Bieber to Jersey Shore. But the night truly
belonged to another lady—Lady Gaga. Gaga
dominated, winning in eight categories and
wowing in wardrobe changes, which included a
gown made of meat. Yes, meat.
Handing out Moonmen and marvelling at outrageous
celebrity fashion moments is a part of the VMAs,
but the night is really about the music. Eminem
opened the show with surprise special guest
Rihanna for "Love The Way You Lie." Usher KILLED
it with a mash-up of "DJ Got Us Falling In Love"
and "OMG" that had everyone, Jersey Shore
included, wanting to beat the beat. Justin
Bieber earned his place as Best New Artist
during his outdoor set (with drum solo!), and
fellow performers Florence + the Machine, Drake,
Mary J. Blige and Swizz Beatz, B.o.B, Bruno Mars
and Hayley Williams, deadmau5, Jason Derulo,
Robyn, Travie McCoy and Linkin Park (phew!) all
nailed it on stage. The most talked about
performances of the night went to Taylor Swift
and Kanye West who each settled their infamous
2009 VMA Beef through song.
The VMAs have etched their place in pop culture
as the go-to source for an unforgettable night
that EVERYONE will be talking about. That is,
until next year's show.
Ashley Green at the 2010 Video Music Awards
Bonnie Mc Kee at the 2010 Video Music Awards
Ciara
at the 2010 Video Music Awards
Emma
Stone at the 2010 Video Music Awards
Eva
Pigford at the 2010 Video Music Awards
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Katy
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