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Look Back at the Biggest MTV VMAs Moments

The 2012 MTV VMAs are tonight, and as we prepare for another year of unforgettable moments, performances, and red carpet surprises, we're taking a look back at highlights from years past.

The 2012 MTV VMAs are tonight, and as we prepare for another year of unforgettable moments, performances, and red carpet surprises, we're taking a look back at highlights from years past. Since the very first show in 1984, the VMAs have had a wild history. There have been cameos from stars like Gwyneth Paltrow, the Twilight trio, and Jennifer Lopez. And last year, Beyoncé Knowles stole the show by confirming her pregnancy.

Look back at more highlights and make sure to check back tonight for updates from the 2012 event!

Britney Spears

VMA Retrospective: Britney Spears's Most Memorable Moments

Today is Britney Spears's 30th birthday, which got us thinking about some of her best songs and performances from over the yeas.

Today is Britney Spears's 30th birthday, which got us thinking about some of her best songs and performances from over the yeas. Of course, some of her most showstopping numbers took place at the MTV Video Music Awards, so we put together our own homage to the pop princess, chronicling her most memorable VMA moments over the years.

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VMA Highlights: Pictures From Pregnancies to Performances!

Even if you caught every performance and award at the VMAs this year, there's always more happening than what you see on TV.

Even if you caught every performance and award at the VMAs this year, there's always more happening than what you see on TV. From Beyoncé's revealing red carpet look to Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez's sweet smooch, here are all the biggest highlights from MTV's annual bash.

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Hotties at the 2011 MTV VMAs: Do, Dump, or Marry?

There were plenty of cute couples showing their love at the MTV VMAs last night, but the hot menfolk were also out in full force at the award show.

There were plenty of cute couples showing their love at the MTV VMAs last night, but the hot menfolk were also out in full force at the award show. There were the classic hotties, the less-obvious choices, and even a gender-bending option showing his, er, her, colors on the stage. Check out the eye candy from the big event and tell us, would you do, dump, or marry them?

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Did the VMAs Need a Host?

This year, the VMAs went with a completely different angle for their host — that is, there wasn't one.

This year, the VMAs went with a completely different angle for their host — that is, there wasn't one. There was still lots of personality on stage, in part because it seemed like Lady Gaga's male alter ego Jo Calderone was pretty sure he was the evening's emcee. Still, the show felt a little more aimless than usual without one consistent host, especially when certain features, like Jessie J.'s commercial break transition performances, were never introduced or explained.

The experience made me appreciate recent hosts Chelsea Handler and Russell Brand, because even if their jokes weren't killing it, they still gave the show some guidance. You weigh in: could the VMAs have been better with a host?

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Watch the Britney Spears Music Video Tribute at the VMAs

Though VMA staple Britney Spears didn't perform this year, she did land on the stage a couple times when she took home best pop video, and more significantly, the Video Vanguard award.

Though VMA staple Britney Spears didn't perform this year, she did land on the stage a couple times when she took home best pop video, and more significantly, the Video Vanguard award. The pop star received the big honor for her years of memorable music videos, and to drive the point home, MTV trotted out a squad of Britney look-alikes to rock the looks of her videos and dance while a montage of them played in the background. Watch it now!

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From Beyoncé to Adele and Beyond, Which VMA Performances Were Your Favorites?

MTV's VMAs boasted some pretty powerful performances this year, including Beyoncé's baby-bump reveal and Bruno Mars's Amy Winehouse tribute.

MTV's VMAs boasted some pretty powerful performances this year, including Beyoncé's baby-bump reveal and Bruno Mars's Amy Winehouse tribute. Some of them were better than others, so it's time to talk about each individual VMA performance and vote on whether you loved it or loathed it.

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Which Beyoncé Outfit Do You Love Most?

Beyoncé may have stolen the show a few times last night at the VMAs: first with her pregnancy news, then with her gorgeous Lanvin sheath, and again during her onstage performance wearing a sequin Dolce and Gabbana tuxedo jacket from its Fall 2011 runway collection.

Beyoncé may have stolen the show a few times last night at the VMAs: first with her pregnancy news, then with her gorgeous Lanvin sheath, and again during her onstage performance wearing a sequin Dolce and Gabbana tuxedo jacket from its Fall 2011 runway collection. Which outfit do you love most — Beyoncé's elegant Lanvin dress or her sparkly menswear look?

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Britney, Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Kanye, Justin and More Make a Memorable VMA Night

The MTV VMAs were packed with excitement in LA tonight.

The MTV VMAs were packed with excitement in LA tonight. The show opened with a performance by Lady Gaga in character as Jo Calderone, which she even maintained when presenting Britney Spears with the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award later in the night. Kanye West and Jay-Z took the stage after being announced as performers just hours before things got started. The Watch the Throne duo rocked their hit "Otis," though the song was almost disrupted by a fan who rushed the stage. Another hot performance of the evening was by Jay-Z's wife Beyoncé Knowles, who belted out "Love On Top," and showed off her growing baby bump in front of the audience. Justin Bieber took home the moon man for best male video while Katy Perry was honored with three awards, one of which she accepted with Kanye for their collaboration on "E.T." Russell Brand took the stage to introduce a special tribute to Amy Winehouse, which included a performance by Bruno Mars, and Kim Kardashian stepped out in a sexy dress as a presenter. Katie Holmes also presented an award and Jennifer Lawrence, who joined the show via video from the set of The Hunger Games in North Carolina, shared a short clip from the movie. Make sure to check out the full list of VMA winners and weigh in on your favorite looks of the night with Fab and Bella's red carpet polls!

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Video: Beyoncé Performs "Love on Top" and Announces Pregnancy at 2011 VMAs!

Beyoncé Knowles announced her pregnancy at the 2011 VMAs in LA on Sunday night, and the big news was the center of attention during her performance of "Love on Top."

Beyoncé Knowles announced her pregnancy at the 2011 VMAs in LA on Sunday night, and the big news was the center of attention during her performance of "Love on Top." She wore a sequined Dolce & Gabbana blazer on stage and, at the end of the song, she stripped it off to show her baby bump. Her husband, Jay-Z, looked giddy in the audience with Kanye West, who was ready to celebrate with his good friends. Check out the performance!