Regardless of not even being in attendance, Britney Spears’s presence was undoubtedly felt finally evening’s MTV VMAs in New York.
From begin to end, the VMAs was packed filled with references to Britney’s profession, from clips of her performances enjoying within the pre-show reels to a recreation of one among her most iconic vogue moments through the precise ceremony.
To kick issues off, Tate McRae — who’s copped comparisons to Britney — paid homage to one among her idols by carrying a black lace Roberto Cavalli gown impressed by the Dolce & Gabbana quantity Britney wore on the VMAs in 2001.
In the course of the ceremony, host Megan Thee Stallion had her very personal Britney second when she stepped out in a inexperienced bikini with a reside python draped round her waist, which is, after all, a callback to Brit’s legendary efficiency of “I’m A Slave 4 U” on the 2001 ceremony.
Sabrina Carpenter additionally took inspiration from Britney in her performance. Within the transition between “Please Please Please” and “Style,” followers seen that Sabrina sampled the spoken phrase part that performs in Britney’s 2000 observe, “Oops!… I Did It Again.”
In fact, it is smart that artists would pay homage to Britney, who — together with different legends like Madonna, Girl Gaga, and Beyoncé — has been extensively credited with producing a number of the most iconic moments in VMAs historical past.
Her 2001 “Slave 4 U” efficiency — full with reside unique animals — impressed Halloween outfits for many years to comply with. And who may neglect her onstage kiss with Madonna?
On X, followers relished every Britney reference all through the ceremony, calling consideration to how a lot she “shaped” the present as we all know it in the present day.
As you’ll in all probability remember, Britney has opted to put low and revel in her freedom since her conservatorship was terminated in November 2021 after practically 14 years. Nonetheless, it’s secure to say there’s no scarcity of affection for the pop icon.