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The award, originally known as the Video Vanguard Award, was first established in 1984 and honors artists and directors for their achievements in music. It was renamed in 1991 in honor ofMichael Jackson, who received the award in 1988.
Over the years, the award has been given to several big names in music, including Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna and Pink.
From the first receipt to the most recent, here’s a history of the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award winners.
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1984: David Bowie
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02of 271985: David ByrneLGI Stock/Corbis/VCG/GettyTalking Heads musician David Byrne (pictured in 1984) took home the Vanguard Award in 1985. He shared the honor with rock duo Godley & Creme as well as Russell Mulcahy, who notably directed “Video Killed the Radio Star.”
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1985: David Byrne
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Talking Heads musician David Byrne (pictured in 1984) took home the Vanguard Award in 1985. He shared the honor with rock duo Godley & Creme as well as Russell Mulcahy, who notably directed “Video Killed the Radio Star.”
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1986: Madonna
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1987: Peter Gabriel
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1988: Michael Jackson
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1989: George Michael
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1990: Janet Jackson
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08of 271991: Bon JoviJeff Kravitz/FilmMagicIn 1991,Bon Jovitook home the special award alongside Wayne Isham, who directed a handful of the band’s notable music videos.
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1991: Bon Jovi
In 1991,Bon Jovitook home the special award alongside Wayne Isham, who directed a handful of the band’s notable music videos.
09of 271992: Guns N' RosesKe.Mazur/WireImageThe hard rock band received the Vanguard Award in 1992,notably making a dig at Jacksonduring their speech on stage. “This has nothing to do with Michael Jackson. Thank you,” frontman Axl Rose added at the end.
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1992: Guns N' Roses
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The hard rock band received the Vanguard Award in 1992,notably making a dig at Jacksonduring their speech on stage. “This has nothing to do with Michael Jackson. Thank you,” frontman Axl Rose added at the end.
10of 271994: The Rolling StonesJeff Kravitz/FilmMagicThe Rolling Stonestook home the Vanguard Award in 1994, sharing the honor with Tom Petty.
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1994: The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stonestook home the Vanguard Award in 1994, sharing the honor with Tom Petty.
11of 271995: R.E.MEbet Roberts/RedfernsA few years after winning Video of the Year for “Losing My Religion” in 1991,the bandtook home the show’s highest award in 1995.
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1995: R.E.M
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A few years after winning Video of the Year for “Losing My Religion” in 1991,the bandtook home the show’s highest award in 1995.
12of 271997: LL Cool JRon Galella/Ron Galella Collection/GettyIn 1997,LL Cool Jbecame the first hip hop artist to take home a Vanguard Award. He shared the honor with director Mark Romenek, who notably directedJanet and Michael Jackson video for “Scream.”
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1997: LL Cool J
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In 1997,LL Cool Jbecame the first hip hop artist to take home a Vanguard Award. He shared the honor with director Mark Romenek, who notably directedJanet and Michael Jackson video for “Scream.”
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1998: Beastie Boys
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14of 272000: Red Hot Chili PeppersVinnie Zuffante/Michael Ochs Archives/GettyThe new millennium started withRed Hot Chili Pepperstaking home a Vanguard Award in 2000.
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2000: Red Hot Chili Peppers
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The new millennium started withRed Hot Chili Pepperstaking home a Vanguard Award in 2000.
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2001: U2
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16of 272003: Duran DuranStephen Lovekin/FilmMagicIn 2003,Duran Durantook home the Vanguard Award, which was given as a lifetime achievement award.
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2003: Duran Duran
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In 2003,Duran Durantook home the Vanguard Award, which was given as a lifetime achievement award.
17of 272006: Hype WilliamsJohn Shearer/WireImageThe 2006 ceremony honored director Hype Williams with the Vanguard Award for his contributions to music videos such asWill Smith’s “Gettin' Jiggy wit It,” TLC’s “No Scrubs,” andKanye West’s “Gold Digger.”
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2006: Hype Williams
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The 2006 ceremony honored director Hype Williams with the Vanguard Award for his contributions to music videos such asWill Smith’s “Gettin' Jiggy wit It,” TLC’s “No Scrubs,” andKanye West’s “Gold Digger.”
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2011: Britney Spears
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2013: Justin Timberlake
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2014: Beyoncé
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2015: Kanye West
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2016: Rihanna
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2017: Pink
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2018: Jennifer Lopez
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25of 272019: Missy ElliottJOHANNES EISELE/AFP/GettyIn 2019, Missy Elliotttook home the Vanguard Award, which included a show-stopping performance that had everyone on their feet during the ceremony.
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2019: Missy Elliott
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In 2019, Missy Elliotttook home the Vanguard Award, which included a show-stopping performance that had everyone on their feet during the ceremony.
26of 272022: Nicki MinajArturo Holmes/GettyNicki Minajtook home the coveted awardin 2022. Before accepting the Vanguard Award, the rapper also took to the stage for a special medley ofher greatest hits, markingher first VMAs performancesince 2018.
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2022: Nicki Minaj
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Nicki Minajtook home the coveted awardin 2022. Before accepting the Vanguard Award, the rapper also took to the stage for a special medley ofher greatest hits, markingher first VMAs performancesince 2018.
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2023: Shakira
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“Shakira is a true global force who continues to inspire & influence the masses with her unique, musical prowess. She’s a trailblazer for women around the world & one of the first artists to lead the globalization of Latin music,” said Bruce Gilmer, Paramount’s president of music, music talent, programming and events and Paramount+’s chief content officer for music, in a press statement.
“Her massive impact across the musical landscape will be long lasting as she continues to create and entertain at the highest level,” continued Gilmer.
Afterwalking the red carpet with her children,Shakira put on a show-stopping performanceof her biggest hits before accepting the award on stage.
source: people.com
