In a night full of high-energy performances and glamorous red carpet moments, Taylor Swift stole the show at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, securing the coveted Video of the Year award for her song “Fortnight,” featuring Post Malone. Swift’s triumph was more than just a win; it was a historic moment that saw her breaking multiple records and solidifying her status as one of the most awarded artists in VMA history.
A Record-Breaking Night
Taylor Swift’s victory with “Fortnight” not only marked her seventh VMA win of the year but also pushed her total VMA tally to 30, tying her with Beyoncé for the most VMA wins of all time. The win extended her record for the most Video of the Year awards, a category she had previously dominated with wins for “Bad Blood,” “You Need to Calm Down,” “All Too Well: The Short Film,” and “Anti-Hero.”
Additionally, Swift made history as the first artist to win Video of the Year three consecutive years, having previously taken home the trophy for “Anti-Hero” last year and “All Too Well: The Short Film” in 2022. Her achievement underscores her unparalleled ability to connect with audiences and innovate within the music video format.
A Touch of Personal Magic
During her acceptance speech, Swift took a moment to thank those who made the “Fortnight” video possible, including Post Malone, Ethan Hawke, Josh Charles, cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto, and production designer Ethan Tobman. “Directing this video and putting it together was the most wonderful experience. And that is because of all the people that I got to make it with,” she shared.
The emotional highlight of her speech came when she acknowledged her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, who had been a supportive presence throughout the filming process. “Something that I’ll always remember is that when I would finish a take and I’d say, ‘cut,’ and we’d be done with that take, I would always just hear someone cheering from across the studio where we were shooting it. And that one person was my boyfriend Travis [Kelce],” she said, prompting cheers and applause from the audience. “Everything this man touches turns to happiness and fun and magic, so I want to thank him for adding that to our shoot.”
A Night of Reflection and Triumph
In addition to her historic win, Swift took a moment to remember the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, reflecting on the gravity of the day. Earlier in the night, she also won Best Collaboration alongside Post Malone for “Fortnight,” highlighting her ongoing impact in the music industry.
This year has been nothing short of spectacular for Taylor Swift. She recently clinched the Grammy for Album of the Year for “Midnights” and released her eleventh studio album, “The Tortured Poets Department,” which dominated the Billboard 200 chart for an impressive 15 weeks. Her Eras tour continues to captivate audiences worldwide, further cementing her place as a global music icon.
The 2024 MTV VMAs, hosted by Megan Thee Stallion, took place at Long Island’s UBS Arena, and Taylor Swift’s record-breaking performance was undoubtedly one of the night’s standout moments. For more on the VMAs, including a full list of winners and red carpet highlights, check out our coverage here.
