The 2020 VMAs was like no other show in history.

Still, it was a televised sight for event-deprived eyes.

It’s impossible to not look striking when you’re the ultimate super model.

Lady Gaga at the 2020 VMAs

And given an interview withElle, we bet Hadid was happy to be doing something new in the city.

Discussing what she misses most about pre-pandemic life in NYC, she toldElle, “Smiling at people.

I miss hugging, a lot.

Bella Hadid at the 2020 VMAs

I miss walking around and listening to music.

It’s different when you’re in the city.

you could walk forever going nowhere and somehow still feeling like you’ve got somewhere to be.”

Keke Palmer at the 2020 VMAs

She continued, “And with the Black Lives Matter movement, we’ve seen our generation step up.

… We must continue the fight to end systemic racism.

The leaders of that movement are you, us, the people watching tonight.

Madison Beer at the 2020 VMAs

It’s our time to be the change we want to see.”

Madison Beer modeled Mugler at the 2020 VMAs

Talk about a little black dress.

Less is more, so the 2020 VMAs presenter kept her look clean and minimalistic.

Doja Cat at the 2020 VMAs

“just just just do not ignore the signs if you think someone you know might be struggling.

Reach out to your friends.”

She added, “[You] truly never know what goes on behind closed doors.”

Miley Cyrus at the 2020 VMAs

A long and sleek braided ponytail and dramatic cat-eye makeup finished the sexy look.

Nominated in multiple categories, Doja won for PUSH Best New Artist (viaMTV News).

In her acceptance speech, shethanked her fans, exclaiming that their “support meant everything” to her.

Machine Gun Kelly at the 2020 VMAs

Earlier in the night, Doja donned a show-stopping bodysuit forher out-of-this-world, alien-inspired performance.

All the while, background dancers made moves in masks.

Oh, 2020, you’re so quirky like that.

Sofia Carson at the 2020 VMAs

At the 2020 VMAs, she arrived in a sheer strapless black dressby Muglerthat left little to the imagination.

(We have to appreciate her commitment to a theme.)

He was hard to miss, to say the least.

Lady Gaga at the 2020 VMAs

We appreciate the enthusiasm, but let’s stick to social distancing, Blonde Don.

This year, countless artists have inspired us all and used their voices for GOOD.

I cannot wait to see who wins."

Joey King at the 2020 VMAs

“Now, it’s YOUR turn.

Your vote is your voice,” she wrote.

“So UNMUTE your voice this Election Day.”

Nicole Richie at the 2020 VMAs

She wore another iconic mask this one with husks while accepting the award for Song of the Year.

Even though it feels like you are [drowning], it’s possible for you to still swim.

Yes, theKissing Boothstar looked sweet and chic to present at the Video Music Awards.

Jaden Smith at the 2020 VMAs

My first time wearing Versace.

What’s up?"

So you know, I don’t really look like this."

Baby Rexha at the 2020 VMAs

Sleeping in Versace… there are worse ways to pass time.

In a post on herInstagramfeed, Richie captioned her look, “Representing ALL the greens tonight.”

“She wears gowns in the garden.

Maluma at the 2020 VMAs

They’re, like, full-blown looks.”

He paired a boxy watercolor floral-esque blazer with a pair of light-wash jeans and thick athletic sneakers.

As noted byVogue, the simple styling “helped make the structured jacket feel more youthful.”

Ariana Grande at the 2020 VMAs

The fashion publication also indicated that the color-blocked blazer was in the signature style and silhouette of Chanel.

(Would you expect anything less from Will and Jada’s son?)

Don’t miss them!!

So excited to be presenting Video Of The Year on my birthday!!!

Don’t miss it!

Her sleek high ponytail, neutral lip, and gorgeous cat-eye makeup completed the sexy, edgy look.

So, who was she able to crown the Video of the Year winner?

The Weeknd snagged the coveted Moon Person award for his mega hit “Blinding Lights” (viaMTV).

Accepting the out-of-this-world award, Malumathankedhis support system and expressed his excitement: “Wow.

I can’t believe this.”

He continued, as shared byPeople.

Everything I do, I do for them."

Maluma didn’t stay in his black ensemble for the entire night.

His backup dancers matched his look and wore masks during the outdoor event.

The performance featured intricate choreography and incredible sets.

Donning a mask and killer nails, Grande was a vision in a purple halter and poofed-out mini skirt.

Her quirky pigtails completed the 2020 VMAs look.

In anInstagrampost featuring highlights from the event, the singer expressed her gratitude and love for Lady Gaga.

“Thank [you] so much for having me @ladygaga,” Grande wrote.

“I love [you] with all my heart always.

[You] were so beyond brilliant tonight.

So grateful to have been a part of this with [you].

[And] thank [you[ again @mtv.”