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The MTV Video Music Awards have been presented since 1984 and honor outstanding music videos. Taylor Swift has been nominated for Best Director seven times in the past and won four awards in this category.
Taylor Swift (36) has further expanded her trophy collection. At the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) in Los Angeles, the pop icon visibly proudly accepted the new special award for directing. In the last 20 years, she has made around 60 music videos, 18 of which she wrote and directed herself, emphasized Swift. She would “really love” directing music videos.
The new “Artist Director Honors” award is intended to honor groundbreaking artists whose work behind the camera has expanded the possibilities for music videos and visual storytelling, according to a statement from broadcaster MTV.
At the MTV Video Music Awards, Swift has been nominated for “Best Director” seven times in the past and won four awards in this category alone.
After receiving the special award, Swift's music video for her new song "Patient Zero" had its world premiere when it was shown during the show. The song is about a toxic relationship. Hollywood stars Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell appear in the video as arguing lovers. Johnson, who presented Swift with the award, praised the musician as a visionary storyteller.
Madonna leads the ranks of nominees
This year, superstar Madonna leads the VMA ranks with 13 chances to win. Swift follows in the competition with eleven nominations, including in the top category for video of the year with her hit “The Fate of Ophelia”. Along with Madonna and Swift, Ariana Grande, Bruno Mars, Sabrina Carpenter and Gener8ion with rapper Yung Lean are also competing for this top prize.
The prizes have been awarded since 1984. Fans can vote for their favorites online. The trophies depict an astronaut figure holding an MTV flag.
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