Katy Perry received MTV’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award at this year’s Video Music Awards. The “California Girls” singer performed a mega-medley of her biggest hits on a grand stage that began with her extended in air across the stage. She also performed her single “Lifetimes,” along with other hits including “Roar,” “I Kissed a Girl,” and “E.T.” Perry’ s new album, 143, comes out September 20.

ELMONT, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 11: Katy Perry receives the ‘Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award’ from Orlando Bloom (L) on stage during the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on September 11, 2024 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV)

Perry’s long-time partner Orlando Bloom was on hand to present the award to her. She thanked him for the support and for doing the dishes. She also gave a nod to all of the rising young artists.

Check out her performance and thank you below.

Katy Perry performing a Video Vanguard medley of her hits at the #VMAs 2024.

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— Katy Perry Today (@todaykatyp) September 12, 2024

 

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