The Video Vanguard Award Goes to ... Shakira!

Shakira is set to receive the Video Vanguard Award at this year's VMAs.

The Video Vanguard Award Goes to ... Shakira!
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Shakira is set to receive the Video Vanguard Award at this year's VMAs.

The award is given to artists "for their outstanding contributions and profound impact on music video and popular culture."

It was first awarded to The Beatles, David Bowie and Richard Lester at the inaugural VMAs in 1984. The award was later renamed to honor Michael Jackson.

Sean "Diddy" Combs will be honored with the Global Icon Award.

The show airs September 12, so you still have time to read up on the nominees for top categories.

Doja Cat, whose "Attention" is nominated for Video of the Year, recently announced her upcoming album, Scarlet. It drops September 22.

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Nicki Minaj (2022), Missy Elliot (2019), Jennifer Lopez (2018) and Pink (2017) are recent recipients of the Video Vanguard Award.

Didn’t get a chance to go to Taylor Swift’s “Eras” tour? Good news: it’s heading to the big screen. Starting October 13, the concert film will play in theaters across North America. But don't be fooled: tickets are already on sale.

In fact, ticket sales shattered AMC Theatres' record for single-day sales, bringing in $26 million on Thursday. The previous record was set by 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home ($16.9 million).  

The world received the unfortunate news of Jimmy Buffett's passing this weekend. Cherish his top hits with this playlist from Spotify:

50 tracks of pure Jimmy.

Fashion

Ami Paris has teamed up with French rugby player Antoine Dupont for a new collaboration. The 9-piece collection features Antoine’s jersey number and is available in blue and ivory.

We wrote more about the release here.

Plus, grunge is back. At least, that's one menswear trend that GQ France noticed for the fall/winter 2023-2024 season. The preppy style is also making a comeback, with button-downs, cardigans and loose-fitting slacks.

And don't shoot down the men's skirt — short, medium or long.