Zing Muse – Pop icon Taylor Swift won’t attend the 2025 MTV VMAs despite a major nomination—find out why amid album prep and fiancé Travis Kelce’s NFL kickoff.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift will be absent from the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards—marking her first no-show at the ceremony since 2021.
Confirmed Absence Despite Major Nomination
Although nominated for Artist of the Year alongside Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Bad Bunny, Lady Gaga, The Weeknd, and Morgan Wallen, Swift will not attend the award show held on September 7, 2025, at UBS Arena, New York.
Breaking a Three-Year Attendance Streak
This marks the first time in four years that Taylor Swift skips the VMAs—she has been a consistent presence and even used the platform for career-defining moments, such as album announcements and award wins.
Reasons Behind the Decision
While no official explanation has been released, media speculation points to two major factors:
Album preparation: Swift is deeply immersed in promoting her upcoming 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, set for release on October 3, 2025.
Fiancé’s NFL kickoff in Brazil: Her fiancé, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, plays a season opener in São Paulo, Brazil, on September 5, just two days before the VMAs.
Still a Central Figure in the Buzz
Despite missing the event, Swift remains a focal point of conversation. She’s tied with Beyoncé at 30 MTV Moon Person awards, and a win this year would elevate her as the most awarded artist in VMAs history.
Linda (People)
