Madonna’s VMAs Return Comes With ‘Very Special Guests’

VMAs Producer Van Toffler on Madonna’s Return, the Taylor Takeover and Why He Brought the Show West Again: ‘L.A. and Snoop Is a Lethal Combo’

VMAs producer Van Toffler talks about why he brought the show back to L.A., and the heat being back on thanks to Madonna, Taylor Swift and Snoop.

Madonna’s VMAs Return Comes With ‘Very Special Guests’

Madonna’s return to the MTV Video Music Awards comes with “very special guests.” The producer Van Toffler teased fans about what they can expect from the opening performance ahead of the big night. Madonna will open the 2026 MTV VMAs with “very special guests” as producers promise more mayhem Van Toffler, the former MTV president […]

VMAs Producer Van Toffler on Awarding Taylor Swift’s Evolution, Honoring Dolly Parton’s Legacy & Mixing TV Generations: ‘Streaming Has Erased Time’

MTV Video Music Awards producer Van Toffler talks about Madonna, Taylor Swift and the late Dolly Parton being involved with the 2026 VMAs.

MTV Boss Makes Surprising Kurt Cobain Connection to 2 Pop Stars Ahead of Nirvana’s Upcoming VMA Honor

Ahead of the MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday, September 27, 2026, an MTV producer explains the decision to honor Nirvana.

How VMAs Producer Plans to ‘Create the Mayhem All Over Again’ With Madonna, Taylor Swift and George Michael

Van Toffler teased more mayhem as he brings the MTV Video Music Awards back to Los Angeles with Madonna, Taylor Swift and more.

MTV VMAs Producer Van Toffler Promises a “Kick-A**, Fast-Paced Show,” Says Madonna’s Performance “Will Make Your Head Spin”

Toffler previews the big moments expected at Sunday's show, including tributes to Dolly Parton and George Michael, Taylor Swift's big honor and Nirvana's (overdue) recognition.