The 2022 MTV Video Music Awards were held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey on August 28, 2022.

[4] The show was emceed by LL Cool J, Nicki Minaj, and Jack Harlow.

[6][7] Red Hot Chili Peppers was honored with the Global Icon Award which was presented to them by Cheech & Chong.

[16] Nessa Diab and Kevan Kenney hosted the 90-minute pre-show event, while Tate McRae served as special celebrity correspondent.

[9][18] Harlow was the most awarded nominee with four wins, followed by Lil Nas X, Styles and Taylor Swift having three each.