Apparently the VMAs decided regular voting deadlines were too boring, because you can still vote for Best New Artist while the show is happening.
Yes, right now.
MTV kept this category open into the live 2026 VMAs, even though voting for most other categories closed before show night. If you already have a favorite, head to the official MTV Best New Artist ballot and vote before the window closes.
Who is nominated for Best New Artist?
MTV’s original nominee lineup included Bella Kay, CORTIS, Magnus Ferrell, Malcolm Todd, Myles Smith, Sienna Spiro, and Stella Lefty.
The live ballot can narrow as the show moves along, so check MTV’s current ballot instead of relying on an old screenshot or list. That is where you will see who is still eligible when you vote.
This is one of the few awards fans can still influence in real time, which is honestly much more fun and much more stressful.
If you have a favorite, this is not a tomorrow problem. The ballot is open now.
