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“Way To Ruin Your Career”: Top 10 “Tasteless” Moments From The 2025 Video Music Awards

Mariah Carey Bianca Censori VMAs Yungblud (Organization) Sabrina Carpenter Ariana Grande Doja Cat Frankie Grande Lady Gaga MTV

The MTV VMAs took place at the UBS Arena in Elmont, New York, on September 7, 2025.

True to tradition, the night was full of wild performances, over-the-top fashion, and viral moments that had everyone talking.

But alongside all the glamor and glitz, it also had its fair share of cringeworthy slip-ups that sent the internet into a frenzy. 

From Mariah Carey’s “legendary roast” of the VMAs to YUNGBLUD channeling Bianca Censori on the red carpet, here are the most awkward moments from the 2025 VMAs.

#1 Sabrina Carpenter’s Trans Protest

#2 Doja Cat Eating Lipstick

#3 Mariah Carey Calling Out The VMAs Twice

#4 Ariana Grande's Mic Fail

#5 Lady Gaga’s Performance Being Pre-Recorded

#6 YUNGBLUD Showing His Bush

#7 KATSEYE's Reaction To Custom Labubu Dolls

#8 Frankie Grande’s Reaction To Tate McRae

#9 No One Standing Up To Congratulate Rosé

#10 Mariah Carey Doing Bare Minimum On Stage

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