Taylor Swift proved she’s an Eminem superfan at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, where she was seen dancing along during the rapper’s performance of his latest single Houdini. The 34-year-old pop star stood up in her seat and grooved along with her friend Margaret Qualley, who is married to Swift’s longtime producer Jack Antonoff, as Eminem opened the highly anticipated event at the UBS Arena in New York.
Swift, the night’s leading nominee with 12 nominations, wowed earlier on the red carpet in an edgy green plaid frock that sparked speculation she may soon release the re-recording of her 2018 album Reputation. Her appearance at the annual ceremony came less than 24 hours after she publicly endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential race, adding to the buzz surrounding her.
Fans were quick to react on social media, praising Swift for supporting other artists and even calling for a collaboration between the Anti-Hero singer and Eminem. “She’s just so supportive of everyone we love,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter), while another remarked, “Even Taylor Swift knows real music.”
Moments after Eminem’s performance, Swift took home the first award of the night—Song of the Summer—for her track Fortnight featuring Post Malone. The two artists, who have been frequent collaborators, shared the stage as they accepted the honor.
The star-studded event also featured performances by Sabrina Carpenter, Katy Perry, Camila Cabello, and many others. Sabrina Carpenter, who had recently channeled Madonna on the VMAs red carpet by wearing the exact Bob Mackie gown Madonna wore to the 1991 Oscars, continued to bring star power to the night. The VMAs also honored Katy Perry with the prestigious Video Vanguard Award, cementing her status as a pop culture icon.
Swift’s night of dancing and winning further solidified her presence at the VMAs, where she has already made history as the artist with the most Video of the Year wins. With her collaboration with Post Malone up for Video of the Year, Swift has the opportunity to win the award for a record-breaking fifth time. As the evening unfolded, Swift remained at the center of attention, both for her standout red carpet look and her genuine enthusiasm for her fellow performers.
As the VMAs celebrated the biggest stars in the music world, Taylor Swift’s vibrant presence alongside Eminem’s powerful performance became one of the night’s most talked-about moments, highlighting her ongoing influence and fandom in the industry.
