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Swift is the most nominated artist tonight with 10 nods including the coveted video of the year award for \"Fortnight (feat. Post Malone)\" and artist of the year.

\"Fortnight\" is also nominated for song of the year and best collaboration.

Last year, Swift dominated the VMAs, walking away with nine moonman statuettes.

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PHOTO: Taylor Swift arrives to attend the MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on Sept. 11, 2024.
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The star-studded event kicked off at 8 p.m. ET with a performance from Eminem.

Megan Thee Stallion is hosting, and Katy Perry will receive the MTV Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.

See more looks from the carpet here.

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