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VMAs Producer Van Toffler on Nirvana & George Michael Tributes at 2026 Awards and Why the VMAs Are Best at Their Most ‘Age, Genre & Color Blind’

Nirvana will receive the Video Vanguard award at this year's ceremonies, while George Michael will be honored with an all-star tribute.

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VMAs Producer Van Toffler on Nirvana & George Michael Tributes at 2026 Awards and Why the VMAs Are Best at Their Most ‘Age, Genre & Color Blind’

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Nirvana will receive the Video Vanguard award at this year's ceremonies, while George Michael will be honored with an all-star tribute.

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