The much-anticipated 2024 MTV VMAs are finally here. Viewers are eagerly looking forward to yet another fun night for music lovers as the best music talent will be honored for their exceptional works. Naturally, many are wondering who is opening the MTV VMAs in 2024?
Here is everything you need to know about the opening act at the prestigious event.
Who is opening the MTV VMAs this year?
Eminem will be opening the MTV VMAs this year.
The legendary rapper will be seen giving his first live performance of his latest album, titled The Death of Slim Shady. He has received a total of eight nominations, including Artist of the Year, Video of the Year, Best Hip-Hop, and Song of the Summer.
However, this is not the first time Eminem will be gracing the VMAs stage. The hip hop icon made his debut at the event in 1999 with songs like “Guilty Conscience” and “My Name Is.” This was followed by his most famous moment with “The Real Slim Shady” and “The Way I Am.” In that performance, he was joined by an army of 100 lookalikes.
In 2010, he opened the VMAS alongside Rihanna and made a special appearance during Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s performance in 2012. Further, Eminem joined Snoop Dogg in 2022 to perform their first collaboration called From the D 2 The LBC.
The 2024 VMAs promise to be a notch higher in terms of entertainment. There are numerous performances lined up after Eminem’s opening act. Sabrina Carpenter, Shawn Mendes, Chappell Roan, Camila Cabello, and Halsey are some other artists who are set to grace the stage. Apart from the rapper, other nominees are Taylor Swift, Post Malone, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Benson Boone, Tyla, Sexyy Red, Coco Jones, Gracie Abrams, Gunna, and more.
Fans can catch the 2024 MTV VMAs airing live on September 11 at 8/7c.
