Remember It All Too Well? Revisit 32 of Taylor Swift's Best VMAs Moments

In an answer to fans' sacred prayers, Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance at the 2022 MTV VMAs on Sunday. The 32-year-old singer is nominated for five awards, including video of the year, best direction, and best cinematography for "All Too Well" (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version). Prior to 2022, the last time she attended the show was back in 2019, so it goes without saying that fans are excited.

At this point, Swift has a history of mending feuds at the VMAs almost as long as her discography. In 2015, Nicki Minaj proved there was no more bad blood between her and Swift when she brought out the singer during her opening number; that same year, Swift and then-friend Kanye West also hugged it out on stage, six years after he famously interrupted her acceptance speech.

In honor of Swift's surprise VMAs appearance, take a look at her best moments at the award show over the years.

Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Miley Cyrus at 2008 VMAs
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Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Miley Cyrus at 2008 VMAs

Swift posed for a fun snap with then-pals Katy Perry and Miley Cyrus on the red carpet.

Taylor Swift and Joe Jonas at 2008 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Joe Jonas at 2008 VMAs

Swift brought her then-boyfriend, Joe Jonas, as her date to the show.

Taylor Swift and Britney Spears at 2008 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Britney Spears at 2008 VMAs

Swift and Britney Spears struck a cute pose in the audience.

Taylor Swift Arriving at the 2009 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Arriving at the 2009 VMAs

Swift pulled a page out of Cinderella's playbook and arrived in a horse-drawn carriage (no word if she brought a fairy godmother).

Taylor Swift Performing at 2009 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Performing at 2009 VMAs

She took her "You Belong With Me" performance outside and put on a show in front of NYC's Radio City Music Hall.

Taylor Swift Hugging Taylor Lautner at the 2009 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Hugging Taylor Lautner at the 2009 VMAs

Swift hugged her then-boyfriend after he presented her with an award on stage.

Taylor Swift and Beyoncé at the 2009 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Beyoncé at the 2009 VMAs

Swift and Beyoncé shared a sweet hug on stage after Beyoncé let Swift finish her acceptance speech that was previously interrupted by Kanye West earlier in the show.

Taylor Swift Performing at the 2010 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Performing at the 2010 VMAs

Swift debuted her song "Innocent," which many believe is about Kanye West.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet at the 2012 VMAs
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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet at the 2012 VMAs

She was a vision in white as she walked the red carpet.

Taylor Swift Performing at the 2012 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Performing at the 2012 VMAs

She brought the house down with her performance of "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together."

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez at the 2013 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez at the 2013 VMAs

Swift and BFF Selena Gomez stunned in matching navy gowns.

Taylor Swift Accepting an Award at the 2013 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Accepting an Award at the 2013 VMAs

She picked up another award for best female video for "I Knew You Were Trouble."

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet at the 2014 VMAs
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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet at the 2014 VMAs

The singer had legs for days as she sported a blue romper.

Taylor Swift and Jennifer Lopez at the 2014 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Jennifer Lopez at the 2014 VMAs

The two superstars posed for a picture backstage.

Taylor Swift Performing at the 2014 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Performing at the 2014 VMAs

Swift rocked the stage with an incredible performance of "Shake It Off."

Taylor Swift and Lorde at the 2014 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Lorde at the 2014 VMAs

She and Lorde hung out together throughout the night.

Taylor Swift and Demi Lovato at the 2014 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Demi Lovato at the 2014 VMAs

Swift and then-pal Demi Lovato posed for a cute photo together in the audience.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet at the 2015 VMAs

She struck a pose as she hit the red carpet.

Taylor Swift Performing at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Performing at the 2015 VMAs

She surprised everyone when she popped up on stage for Nicki Minaj's opening number.

Taylor Swift Accepting an Award at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Accepting an Award at the 2015 VMAs

Swift took home not one but four awards for video of the year, best female video, best pop video, and best collaboration.

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez at the 2015 VMAs

Swift and Gomez stuck together at the show.

Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj at the 2015 VMAs

Swift and Nicki Minaj put their feud to rest when the rapper brought Swift out at the end of her opening number.

Taylor Swift and Kanye West at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Kanye West at the 2015 VMAs

Perhaps one of the most memorable moments from Swift's VMAs past was when she and West hugged it out on stage, and Swift even presented the rapper with the coveted Video Vanguard Award.

Taylor Swift and Jared Leto at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Jared Leto at the 2015 VMAs

She and the actor snapped a photo backstage.

Taylor Swift Hugging Nick Jonas at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift Hugging Nick Jonas at the 2015 VMAs

Swift hugged it out with her ex's brother as she accepted an award.

Taylor Swift and Kim Kardashian at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Kim Kardashian at the 2015 VMAs

Swift and Kardashian looked like close friends as West accepted his Vanguard award.

Taylor Swift and Mariska Hargitay at the 2015 VMAs
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Taylor Swift and Mariska Hargitay at the 2015 VMAs

After winning big at the VMAs, Swift hugged it out with the "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" actor, who appeared in her star-studded "Bad Blood" music video.

Taylor Swift at the 2019 VMAs
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Taylor Swift at the 2019 VMAs

Swift took the stage for a performance at the 2019 show.

Taylor Swift at the 2022 VMAs
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Taylor Swift at the 2022 VMAs

Swift made a surprise appearance at the ceremony.