Harlow, Harry Styles Doja Cat are tied for the most 2022 MTV VMAs nominations with eight nods each, while Drake, Kendrick Lamar Lil Nas X closely follow behind with seven nods each. Additionally, Billie Eilish is nominated in six categories, while Lizzo
Minaj is set to take home a gold-plated moonperson for the coveted 2022 VMA Video Vanguard Award, which is awarded to artists in recognition of their “outstanding contributions and profound impact on music video and popular culture,”According to MTV, the press release said so. The past recipients include Beyoncé
, Janet Jackson, Madonna, Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez, Missy Elliott More.The Other Factors are: Red Hot Chili Peppers will be awarded the prestigious Global Icon Award, which is given to “an artist or band whose unparalleled career, continued impact, and influence have maintained a unique level of global success in music and beyond, leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape,” per MTV. The Global Icon Award has been awarded previously to the following: U2
, Eminem, Green Day, Foo Fighters and more.Find the full list of nominees here.
