Kendrick Lamar to perform at MTV Video Music Awards
NEW YORK - Top nominee Kendrick Lamar is set to perform at the MTV Video Music Awards this month.
MTV said Thursday that Lamar will take the stage at the Aug. 27 event at the Forum in Inglewood, California. Lamar is nominated for eight awards. Previously announced performers include host Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Miley Cyrus, the Weeknd, Lorde, Shawn Mendes, Fifth Harmony and Thirty Seconds to Mars.
Lamar’s nominations include video of the year, artist of the year, best hip-hop, direction, art direction, choreography, cinematography and visual effects.