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Lady Gaga's face masks steal the show at MTV 2020 Video Music Awards

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ByDanielle Long
August 31, 2020, 1:18 PM

Things may have looked a little different but the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards still delivered a star-studded event with performances from the some of the hottest artists.

Lady Gaga not only delivered a show-stopping act, she dominated the night by snagging five VMAs, including the first ever tricon award -- an award which honored the singer's work in music, fashion, acting and activism.

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And, in true Gaga form, she accepted each of her awards in an outlandish, yet iconic look with a face mask to match. At the end of one of her speeches, she said, "Wear a mask, it's a sign of respect."

Check out some of her looks:

Lady Gaga accepts the MTV Tricon Award onstage during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30 2020, in Los Angeles.
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Lady Gaga performs during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
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Lady Gaga attends the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
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Lady Gaga poses with her awards during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
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Gaga was also joined by Ariana Grande for a performance of their award-winning collaboration "Rain On Me."

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