TV series
An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.
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MTV Video Music Awards premiered September 14, 1984. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
An annual award ceremony presented by MTV to honor the best in the music video medium.
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Episode 1
The 1984 MTV Video Music Awards aired live on September 14, 1984. The inaugural ceremony honored the best music videos released between May 2, 1983 and May 2, 1984, and was hosted by Dan Aykroyd and Bette Midler at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City.[1][2]
Guest stars Rod Stewart, Madonna, David Bowie, Tina Turner, Dan Aykroyd, Bette Midler, Huey Lewis, Chris Hayes
Episode information updated Sep 3, 2026
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