Celebrities Skipping MTV VMAs 2026: Who's Missing Out & Why | Just Jared

The 2026 MTV VMAs are kicking off in just a few hours!

While so many stars are expected to step out on the red carpet for the big event, several stars are now confirmed to skip.

Many skipping have been nominated in major categories, like Artist of the Year and Video of the Year!

We’re breaking down who is skipping, and the reasons why.

Snoop Dogg is set to host the awards show, which is airing live on CBS, MTV, and Paramount+ on Sunday night from 7:30pm to 9:30pm ET. You can watch live coast-to-coast.

Hit “next” to see which major stars are skipping the 2026 MTV VMAs…

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