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The Weeknd performs from a thousand feet in the air while opening the show at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, which aired on Sunday (August 30).

The 30-year-old singer wore prosthetic bloody makeup and bruises while singing his song “Blinding Lights” from Edge at Hudson Yards in downtown New York City. A helicopter flew around the building and shined lights on him while he sang!

The performance ended with a giant fireworks display, which lit up the Big Apple a few days ago. New Yorkers were caught off guard by the fireworks when they happened and everyone has been wondering what they were for. Now we know!

In a recent interview, The Weeknd said that his song “Blinding Lights” is about drunk driving. The makeup likely was in reference to the aftermath of many drunk driving incidents.

“‘Blinding Lights’ [is about] how you want to see someone at night, and you’re intoxicated, and you’re driving to this person and you’re just blinded by streetlights,” he told Esquire. “But nothing could stop you from trying to go see that person, because you’re so lonely. I don’t want to ever promote drunk driving, but that’s what the dark undertone is.”

Earlier this weekend, The Weeknd debuted a brand new song with another big artist.

Watch the full performance video below!

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The 2020 MTV Video Music Awards were dedicated to the late Chadwick Boseman.

Host Keke Palmer made the announcement at the top of the show.

“We dedicate tonight’s show to a man whose spirit touched so many,” she shared. “He is a true hero, not just on screen, but in everything he did. His impact lives forever.”

The VMAs are also planning to air an “In Memoriam” segment with other dedications throughout the show tonight.

Chadwick sadly passed away on Friday, after years of battling stage IV colon cancer, at the young age of 43.

If you missed it, read one of Chadwick‘s last text messages he sent to a dear friend.

You can see part of MTV’s dedication below:

Tune in now to watch the 2020 MTV VMAs on MTV!

Chloe X Halle are getting us ready for the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards!

The singer sisters performed during the pre-show for the awards show, which aired on Sunday (August 30).

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For their performance, Chloe X Halle performed their hit song “Ungodly Hour,” from their album of the same name.

The ladies looked stunning in matching silver outfits as they danced around a closed set.

During a recent interview, Chloe X Halle revealed the best advice they’ve ever received from their mentor Beyonce.

You can listen to Chloe X Halle‘s Ungodly Hour album here!

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Lady Gaga traveled from the world of Chromatica to New York City for her appearance at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards!

The 34-year-old singer’s red carpet look is out-of-this-world for the event, which is airing on Sunday (August 30) with both pre-taped and live elements.

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Gaga is set to give us the first performance from the Chromatica era this evening and she’ll be hitting the stage with Ariana Grande to debut their single “Rain On Me.”

She is also one of the most nominated acts of the night with nine nominations, including Artist of the Year and Video of the Year.

FYI: Gaga is wearing an Area dress, a Conrad Muscarella headpiece, Pleasers shoes, and Dena Kemp jewelry.

Keke Palmer rocks a high top knot and silver dress for her duties as host at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, which aired on Sunday (August 30).

The 27-year-old actress just recently revealed the precautions she took in order to host the award show in the time of a pandemic.

“I’ve had well over 10 — [it’s] constant COVID testing every two days,” Keke shared in a recent interview with THR.

She added that “this is being done so differently,” and notes that rehearsals were done over Zoom and her glam squad has been wearing masks and clear face shields.

“If you are planning on doing something like this, we have to be on strict guidelines. I just want to do what we need to do to get it done — I’m willing to jump through hoops. I think we need entertainment right now. It’s what I do and what I love,” Keke shared.

Tune into the broadcast tonight, August 30 at 8/7c on MTV!

Maluma baby has arrived!

The 26-year-old Colombian superstar arrived looked as handsome as ever at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, which aired on Sunday (August 30).

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For his arrival, Maluma sported a black, silk suit paired with some gold hair.

Maluma is set to take the stage for a performance of his song “Hawai,” which is featured on his new album Papi Jauncho. This will be the first time he performs the song live.

Ahead of the awards show, Maluma said that he had a big production planned for his performance, but MTV producers told him he had to tone it down because of COVID-19 restrictions.

FYI: Maluma is wearing a Versace suit.

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Miley Cyrus looks so chic while hitting the red carpet at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, which aired on Sunday (August 30).

The 27-year-old singer showed off her fit figure in a completely sheer dress.

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Miley will be performing during the event tonight and you can expect her to deliver the first televised performance of her new single “Midnight Sky.” Have you seen the music video yet? Make sure to check it out!

The day before her performance, Miley tweeted, “Tomorrow @MTV #vmas performing Midnight Sky live for the first time ever!” We can’t wait to watch her slay on stage!

FYI: Miley is wearing a Mugler dress.

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