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[04/21/22 - 11:16 AM]
MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) to Air Live and Around The Globe in More Than 170 Countries on Sunday, August 28th
Returning to New Jersey's famed Prudential Center, this year's show will surprise and delight with show-stopping spectacles, epic performances and a fan filled audience to celebrate the biggest stars in music.

[via press release from MTV]

MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) to air LIVE and around the globe in more than 170 countries on Sunday, August 28th, Packed with show-stopping surprises, epic performances and a fan-filled audience, the VMAs will return to New Jersey's Prudential Center to celebrate the biggest names in music

NEW YORK, NY (Thursday, April 21) - MTV today announced the 2022 VMAs will air live and around the world in more than 170 countries on Sunday, August 28th. Returning to New Jersey's famed Prudential Center, this year's show will surprise and delight with show-stopping spectacles, epic performances and a fan filled audience to celebrate the biggest stars in music.

"We are thrilled to be back in New Jersey for this year's VMAs live from Prudential Center," said Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+. "Our 2019 show in Newark was undoubtedly one of our biggest and most successful shows yet and we're excited to bring back the incredible fan energy for one of music's most anticipated and iconic nights."

"We are extremely proud MTV has chosen Prudential Center to once again host its marquee showcase, the 39th Annual Video Music Awards," said Jake Reynolds, President, Prudential Center. "Prudential Center has enjoyed our long-standing partnership with MTV which highlights our world-class venue as a must play destination for acts of all genres. We could not be more excited to host one of the entertainment industry's most celebrated award shows and recognize the industries brightest stars, while adding to the rich history of music in New Jersey."

"After an extremely successful event in 2019, we are very excited for the VMAs to return to New Jersey's "Town Hall" for entertainment," said Sean Saadeh, EVP of Entertainment, Prudential Center. "Prudential Center continues a banner year which has had many superstars and legends grace our stages. We look forward to a night of celebration, as we enjoy and honor today's most relevant music artists on a world stage."

"New Jersey is honored to once again host the MTV Video Music Awards at one of our many world-class entertainment and sports venues," said Governor Phil Murphy. "Our state has a proud history of supporting the arts and is always seeking opportunities to partner with the entertainment industry to promote economic development and cultural appreciation. On behalf of New Jersey, we welcome VMA performers and attendees alike to our great state."

"We are excited to have the MTV Video Music Awards return to Newark this year. It is fitting that Newark is once again the host city, as it is the birthplace of many of the biggest names in music, and has so much to offer its visitors - a vibrant arts and culture scene, historic downtown, and diverse cuisine," said Mayor Ras J. Baraka, City of Newark. "On behalf of Newark residents, we are happy to welcome everyone attending and are very much looking forward to one of the biggest nights in entertainment."

The VMAs will air across MTV's global footprint of linear and digital platforms in more than 170 countries and territories, reaching over 420 million households.

Additional details will be announced closer to the show. Follow @MTV and @VMAs on social to keep up with all-things #VMAs.

Health and safety remains the number one priority for MTV and Prudential Center. We are working hand-in-hand with state and local officials to implement stringent protocols in order to maintain the safety and wellbeing of artists, fans, staff, and partners. Prudential Center's current health and safety protocols can be found here. Additional protocols will be announced closer to the event.

About MTV Entertainment:

MTV Entertainment Group is one of the preeminent youth media companies in the world that connects with global audiences through its nine iconic brands - MTV, Comedy Central, VH1, CMT, Pop, Logo, Smithsonian Channel, Paramount Network and TV Land - as well as MTV Entertainment Studios which produces acclaimed series and movies and the award-winning, Oscar nominated MTV Documentary Films.

About Prudential Center:

Prudential Center is the world-class sports and entertainment venue located in downtown Newark, New Jersey. Opened in October 2007, the state-of-the-art arena is the home of the National Hockey League's (NHL) three-time Stanley Cup Champion New Jersey Devils, Seton Hall University's NCAA Division I Men's Basketball program, and more than 175 concerts, family shows and special events each year. Ranked in the Top 8 nationally by Pollstar, Billboard and Venues Today, Prudential Center is recognized as one of the premier venues in the United States, and hosts over 2 million guests annually. For more information about Prudential Center, visit PruCenter.com and follow the arena on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @PruCenter. Prudential Center is a Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment property.





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