So, MTV had to get super inventive when it came to making sure everyone who needed to be involved could socially distance as much as possible, and according to Page Six, this meant that a lot of the red carpet interviews, performances and award presentations were recorded in advance.
Obviously, a lot is being altered behind-the-scenes at every series, from talk shows to games shows, and scripted television to reality competitions.
But, award shows like the VMAs are a bit different in that not only do they generally have massive live audiences, but also presenters, winners, and a whole host of performers and their teams, as well as crew to deal with.