Charli XCX experienced a wardrobe malfunction while posing for photographs on the red carpet at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles. The incident occurred as the singer, 34, wore a sheer black top with a cut-out chest area paired with a matching long skirt, briefly revealing more than intended. She appeared unfazed by the mishap, continuing to pose confidently for cameras.
The singer is nominated for two awards at the VMAs, including Best Art Direction and Best Pop for her song SS26. The ceremony, hosted by Snoop Dogg, took place at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles and began at 7:30 p.m. EST.
The red carpet featured a mix of daring fashion choices, with several celebrities opting for risqué or unconventional ensembles. Among the attendees were Taylor Swift and Madonna, the latter making a long-awaited return to the VMAs after a 23-year absence. Madonna performed alongside Sabrina Carpenter in a provocative routine, followed by a surprise collaboration with Charli XCX, who joined her on stage for a performance of Danceteria. The stage was set up to resemble a urinal, drawing mixed reactions from fans who questioned whether the performance involved lip-syncing.
The event marked the first time in nine years the VMAs were held on the West Coast, last taking place in Los Angeles in 2017. The Peacock Theater, which hosted the ceremony, also recently accommodated the Primetime Emmy Awards. Other notable attendees included Paris Hilton and Lisa Rinna, though Rinna’s all-white ensemble with a plunging breast plate and thigh-high slit was later highlighted by some outlets as a fashion misstep.
The VMAs, which celebrate creativity and direction in music videos, featured a range of performances and appearances, with the red carpet serving as a focal point for fashion commentary and viral moments.