The rumours are true: MTV today confirmed that Rita Ora will host the 2024 MTV EMAs. Returning to the MTV EMA stage to a packed-out audience at Manchester’s Co-op Live on Sunday, 10th November, international, critically-acclaimed singer-songwriter Ora will soon become the show’s first three-time host.
Rita Ora said: “I’m over the moon that I get to be back with my MTV family hosting the EMAs for the third time! The EMAs stage has become like another home for me, and this year’s show in Manchester is going to be absolutely incredible! We’ve got an amazing lineup of music performances and plenty of surprises in store. We’re all ‘mad fer it!'”.
“The MTV EMAs are taking over Manchester and we can’t think of a better way to supersize this global music event than by bringing back fan-favorite, Rita Ora.” Added Bruce Gillmer, the President of Music, Music Talent, Programming & Events, Paramount, and the Chief Content Officer, Music, Paramount+. “Rita’s infectious energy and talent are undeniable, and we’re absolutely certain she will elevate the show to new highs for fans around the world.”
International chart-topper Ora has cemented her status as a pop culture icon with a string of critically acclaimed hits. Her latest album “You & I” debuted at #1 on the UK Official Independent Albums Chart and features the US #1 Dance Radio track “Praising You (feat. Fatboy Slim),” which also held the #1 spot on Billboard’s Dance Radio/Mixshow Chart for five consecutive weeks. With over 10 billion global streams and 13 Top 10 UK singles, Ora’s distinctive sound and powerful collaborations across TV, film, culture and fashion continue to captivate her global fanbase.
The 2024 MTV EMAs will broadcast at 9pm GMT Sunday 10th November on MTV UK, Channel 5 and Pluto TV, and will be available on demand on Paramount+ from 12th November.
Fans can vote for their favourites across categories including “Best Song,” “Best Artist,” “Best Collaboration” at www.mtvema.com until 00:00 CET on November 6. The “Biggest Fans” winners will be voted for at a later date on social via @MTVEMA.
The 2024 MTV EMAs is sponsored by Meerchat from Compare the Market, Cetaphil for Sensitive Skin, Hotels.com and Paramount+.
About the 2024 MTV EMAS:
The 2024 MTV EMAs will broadcast LIVE across the globe on Sunday 10th November from Manchester, UK. One of the biggest global music events that celebrates the world’s most iconic artists, the MTV EMAs bring fans a unique, multi-platform experience across MTV’s global network in nearly 150 countries. Follow @MTVEMA on Facebook, X and Instagram and join the conversation with #MTVEMA. Bruce Gillmer and Richard Godfrey are Executive Producers for the 2024 MTV EMAs. Debbie Phillips and Chloe Mason are Producers.
