The 2021 MTV European Music Awards (EMAs) will broadcast live from the Papp László Budapest Sportaréna in Hungary on Sunday, November 14. The EMAs will resume to an in-person event to celebrate the best music of the year and honor top artists not just from Europe, but from all over the globe.
The theme of this year's show is “Music for ALL.” Bruce Gillmer and Richard Godfrey are executive producers. Debbie Phillips and Chloe Mason also serve as producers.
World-famous musicians - like Justin Bieber, Ed Sheeran, Doja Cat, Lil Nas X, Saweetie, Olivia Rodrigo, Lady Gaga, BTS, The Weeknd, Taylor Swift, and many more - will be in attendance. Below is all you need to know about this year's ceremony!
Hosts & Presenters:
Rapper Saweetie will host this year's show. "Anything can happen at the MTV EMAs," Saweetie said in a statement, also teasing some "surprises." She's also up for Best New [Artist] alongside fellow nominees Giveon, Griff, Olivia Rodrigo, Rauw Alejandro, and The Kid Laroi.
"Saweetie is a multi-talented force who will undoubtably light up the stage on one of music's biggest nights," said ViacomCBS' Bruce Gillmer in a statement.
Saweetie will also use her hosting platform to stand in solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community during the event, which will address the need for gay and trans civil rights worldwide in response to Hungary's recent passage of legislation that bans LGBTQ+ literature in schools.
"We're looking forward to using the event to amplify our voices and stand in solidarity with our LGBTQ siblings," Chris McCarthy, president and CEO of MTV Entertainment Group Worldwide told The Associated Press.
As for presenters, Rita Ora, Ryan Tedder (OneRepublic), Olly Alexander (Years & Years), Joel Corry, Brazilian singer Manu Gavassi, model Winnie Harlow, and WWE star Drew McIntyre are all on the docket to announce categories and winners.
Performances:
Not only will Saweetie be hosting, but she is also set to take the stage herself. The 29-year-old star will perform "Best Friend" and "Back to the Streets" from her upcoming debut album, Pretty Bitch Music.
OneRepublic will be the World Stage headliner for this year's show, while Imagine Dragons will be returning to the EMA stage after 8 years. They'll be performing "Enemy" with rapper J.I.D. Other performers include Ed Sheeran, Maluma, Måneskin, Kim Petras, YUNGBLUD, Griff, and girl in red.
Nominations:
Bieber fever reigns supreme at this year's EMAs! Justin leads the pack with the most nominations, and among the eight categories he's nominated for are Best Artist, Best Pop, and Best Song.
Doja Cat and Lil Nas X aren't too far behind, as they are both tied with six nods each. Ed Sheeran, Olivia Rodrigo, and The Kid Laroi all follow with five.
Below are some of the evening's biggest categories and their nominees:
Best Artist
Doja Cat
Ed Sheeran
Justin Bieber
Lady Gaga
Lil Nas X
The Weeknd
Best Pop
BTS
Doja Cat
Dua Lipa
Ed Sheeran
Justin Bieber
Olivia Rodrigo
Best Video
Doja Cat ft. SZA: "Kiss Me More"
Ed Sheeran: "Bad Habits"
Justin Bieber: "Peaches" ft. Daniel Caesar, Giveon
Lil Nas X: "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)"
Normani ft. Cardi B: "Wild Side"
Taylor Swift: "Willow"
Best Song
Doja Cat ft. SZA: "Kiss Me More"
Ed Sheeran: "Bad Habits"
Justin Bieber: "Peaches" ft. Daniel Caesar, Giveon
Lil Nas X: "Montero (Call Me By Your Name)"
Olivia Rodrigo: "Drivers License"
The Kid Laroi, Justin Bieber: "STAY"
Best Collaboration
Black Eyed Peas, Shakira: "Girl Like Me"
Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak, Silk Sonic: "Leave the Door Open"
Doja Cat ft. SZA: "Kiss Me More"
Lil Nas X, Jack Harlow: "INDUSTRY BABY"
The Kid Laroi, Justin Bieber: "Stay"
The Weeknd & Ariana Grande: "Save Your Tears (Remix)"
Best New
Giveon
Griff
Olivia Rodrigo
Rauw Alejandro
Saweetie
The Kid Laroi
Best Latin
Bad Bunny
J. Balvin
Maluma
Rauw Alejandro
Rosalía
Shakira
Best Hip Hop
Cardi B
DJ Khaled
Drake
Kanye West
Megan Thee Stallion
Nicki Minaj
Best K-Pop
BTS
Lisa
Monsta X
NCT 127
Rosé
Twice
Best Group
BTS
Imagine Dragons
Jonas Brothers
Little Mix
Måneskin
Silk Sonic
Best Push
24KGoldn
Fousheé
Girl in Red
Griff
JC Stewart
Jxdn
Latto
Madison Beer
Olivia Rodrigo
Remi Wolf
Saint Jhn
The Kid Laroi
Biggest Fans
Ariana Grande
Blackpink
BTS
Justin Bieber
Lady Gaga
Taylor Swift
Best US Act
Ariana Grande
Doja Cat
Lil Nas X
Olivia Rodrigo
Taylor Swift
How to Watch:
This year's show will be broadcast live on MTV in 180 countries from 9 to 11 pm CET. (That translates to 3 to 5 pm ET, and noon to 2 pm PT.) You can also livestream the show on MTV.com.
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Article Image: Justin Bieber with a cap and microphone during an NBC Today Show concert, Saweetie at Bellagio Resort & Casino in 2018, Lady Gaga arriving at the 86th Academy Awards in 2014. (everett225, everett225, s_bukley via DepositPhotos.)
