Several stars showed up and showed out while hitting the red carpet at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards in New York.
With big names like Saweetie, Giveon and Olivia Rodrigo nominated for Best New Artist, it will undoubtedly be a both stylish and entertaining affair at the Barclays Center on Sunday, September 12.
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Many of your favorite celebrities have been slated for on-stage duties at the A-list soiree, including hostess with the mostest and performer Doja Cat, as well as presenters Billie Eilish, Hailey Bieber, Megan Fox and Travis Barker, making it the perfect occasion to dress to the nines.
It’s going to be an especially big night for Doja, who is nominated for five awards: Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Art Direction and Best Visual Effects for several of her chart-topping hits. 
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From glamorous gowns to suave suits and over-the-top outfits, there are always countless fashion statements being made at the event. Last year, the VMAs were held in NYC, but with no in-person ceremony due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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This year, the ceremony will be back in-person, meaning the stars are able to go all out sartorially while posing for the cameras. “MTV and Barclays Center are working closely with state and local officials to implement best practices and execute a screen-breaking spectacle that brings together music fans from around the globe with the health and safety of our artists, fans, staff and partners remaining the No. 1 priority,” the network said in a statement. 
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But that’s not the only revamp the show has made. The famous moon person trophies have since got a makeover in honor of MTV’s 40th anniversary.
Tonight, fans can also expect to see performances from Twenty One Pilots, Machine Gun Kelly, Shawn Mendes, Ozuna, Lil Nas X and Camila Cabello. Plus, there will be a special tribute to the victims of 9/11 to honor their memories.
Scroll through the gallery below to see the 2021 MTV VMAs red carpet photos!
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Alicia Keys
The “Girl on Fire” singer looked cooler than cool in a black bodysuit with a puffer jacket.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Billie Eilish
The “Happier Than Ever” artist went with a more casual look than her usual over-the-top outfits.
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Megan Fox and Machine Gun Kelly
The A-list couple looked gorgeous on the red carpet in their respective outfits!
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Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian
The Blink-182 drummer and the former Keeping Up With the Kardashians star looked like total rockstars in all black outfits.
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Simone Biles
The Olympic gold medalist was totally pretty in pink.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Winnie Harlow
The model stepped out in an all-white outfit and chandelier earrings.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Travis Scott
The “Goosebumps” rapper looked dapper in all black without pregnant girlfriend Kylie Jenner by his side.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Rita Ora
The Fifty Shades actress wore a two-piece black gown with thigh-high boots.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Ciara
The “Goodies” singer looked incredible in a sheer lace gown.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Billy Porter
The Pose actor wowed the red carpet in a metallic suit.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Paris Hilton
The “Stars Are Blind” singer dazzled in a silver mini dress.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Debby Ryan
The former Disney Channel Actress looked super cool in all black.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Avril Lavigne and Mod Sun
The “Complicated” singer and “Karma” artist wore some seriously bold suits.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Camila Cabello
The Cinderella actress looked stunning in a pink and red dress gown.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Normani
The “Motivation” singer looked incredible in an intricate all-white outfit.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Olivia Rodrigo
The “Brutal” artist wore a form-fitting coral dress with hot pink tulle.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Saweetie
The “Icy Grl” rapper looked sexy in a silver gown with a thigh-slit.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Bella Porch
The TikTok star made quite an entrance in this all-black ensemble complete with glitter, lace, sequins and more!
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Doja Cat
The host of the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards looked sexy in a corseted dress with thigh-high boots.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Lil’ Huddy
The TikTok heartthrob wore a zebra print jacket with leather pants.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Madison Beer
The “Reckless” singer stunned in a form-fitting light pink dress.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
The Kid Laroi
The “Stay” artist wore a leather jacket sans shirt and matching pants. The Kid Laroi also wore huge black sunglasses!
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Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock
Shawn Mendes
The “Stitches” singer looked handsome in all-white.
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Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock
Lil Nas X
The “Montero” artist turned heads in a lavender suit with a long train.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Kacey Musgraves
The “Rainbow” artist served camp in a purple mini dress, feathered hat and long red gloves.
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Stephen Lovekin/Shutterstock
Dove Cameron
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Jaden Hossler and Nessa Barrett
Jaden and Nessa, who both rose to fame on TikTok before venturing into music, complemented each other in these cool, edgy outfits.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Jack Harlow
The “Already Best Friends” rapper popped in a green suit paired with a black turtleneck.
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Matt Baron/Shutterstock
Tinashe
Tinashe was one of the first stars to grace the 2021 VMAs red carpet and looked absolutely gorgeous in camel leather pants, black heels and a leather top.
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