In pics: Stars shine bright on MTV Video Music Awards red carpet

The MTV Video Music Awards are back with some of the biggest names in music competing to win the coveted Moon Person statue. Lil Nas X, Jack Harlow and Kendrick Lamar are tied for leading nominees with seven apiece. Harlow and Lil Nas X’s collaboration “Industry Baby” has landed them in competition for artist of the year along with Drake, Bad Bunny, Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles and Lizzo. Closely behind are Harry Styles and Doja Cat, who received six nominations apiece. Ed Sheeran, Billie Eilish, Drake, Dua Lipa, Tayler Swift and The Weeknd each have five nominations.