MTV and TelevisaUnivision have formed a collaboration to offer the live, hosted simulcast of the 2023 “VMAs,” scheduled to take place today, 12th September at 8PM ET/PT on UniMás. The event will become available again on Univision at 11:30PM ET/PT. This edition is projected to be available to the highest sum of global audiencea in “VMAs” history. “We are thrilled to partner with TelevisaUnivision for this groundbreaking partnership as we further expand the ‘VMAs’ worldwide footprint and amplify our massive lineup of international icons to make this year’s show the biggest celebration of global music in MTV history,” Bruce Gillmer, President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount and Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount Global said.
As part of the live simulcast, UniMás will offer exclusive show access with original live, in-show commentary from Univision’s Alejandra Espinoza throughout the three-hour broadcast. “We are excited to be the exclusive Spanish-language destination in the U.S. for this year’s VMAs, a celebration of music that will honor Latin artists like never before,” Ignacio Meyer, President of U.S. Networks, TelevisaUnivision said.
The show will be hosted at New Jersey’s Prudential Center. It will also feature performances from popular music artists, such as Anitta, Karol G, Peso Pluma, The Warning and Video Vanguard Award honoree Shakira, international sensations Måneskin, Stray Kids, Tomorrow X Together, plus superstars Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion, Demi Lovato, Doja Cat, Kelsea Ballerini, Lil Wayne, emcee Nicki Minaj, Olivia Rodrigo and Sean “Diddy” Combs who will be honored as this year’s Global Icon Award, with more to be announced.
In addition to UniMás and Univision, the 2023 “VMAs” will simulcast on MTV sister brands BET, BET Her, CMT, CC, Logo, MTV2, Nickelodeon, Paramount Network, Pop, TV Land and VH1. “As home to the leading U.S. Hispanic networks, our commitment to delivering the best in entertainment is unwavering," Gillmer said. "We’re thrilled to partner with MTV to deliver more fan-fueled music events to our passionate viewers.”