Eminem opened the 2024 MTV Music Video Awards in epic fashion.
The rapper opened the show with an energetic performance of “Houdini,” his new single from his latest album “The Death of Slim Shady.”
Eminem sings “Houdini” during the MTV Video Music Awards on September 11, 2024 at the UBS Arena in Elmont, NY
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Eminem, who appeared in a black T-shirt and with bleached hair, brought a group of his alter egos on stage and a doppelgänger of his younger self for a skit during the performance.
The rapper was later joined by Jelly Roll, who made a virtual appearance to showcase his collaboration “Somebody Save Me.” Roll was unable to attend the awards show in person due to his touring commitments.
“The Death of Slim Shady” was released in July. It contains the songs “Renaissance,” “Brand New Dance,” and “Houdini.”
Eminem’s performance will mark the first time he’s opened the show in over a decade. He last opened the iconic awards show in 2010, when he sang “Not Afraid” and a duet with Rihanna for “Love the Way You Lie.”
In 2022, he took the VMA stage with Snoop Dogg for a performance of “From the D 2 The LBC.”
The artist is up for eight VMA nominations tonight, including Video of the Year, Best Hip Hop and Song of the Summer.
The 2024 MTV VMAs will be held at the UBS Arena in Long Island, New York. Megan Thee Stallion will host the show and performers tonight include Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello, Halsey, Lenny Kravitz, Rauw Alejandro, LL Cool J, Anitta, GloRilla, Halsey and more.
Katy Perry will receive the Video Vanguard Award and will also perform a medley of her greatest hits.
Here are some of the biggest additions of the night.
