Katy Perry will receive the Video Vanguard Award at the 2024 VMAs. (Getty)
Katy Perry has been selected for the Video Vanguard Award at the 2024 VMAs, even though the music video for her new single “Lifetimes” is being investigated for possible environmental harm.
The “Teenage Dream” superstar hasn’t exactly received glowing reviews online following the release of her latest single, “Woman’s World,” which was criticized for its obviously feminist lyrics and the fact that it features Dr. Luke as the producer.
Her follow-up song, “Lifetimes,” meanwhile, landed the star in trouble for its music video. Despite facing criticism for filming her latest music video in an area that required a permit, the 39-year-old will be honored with MTV’s most prestigious award at the awards ceremony on September 11.
The star will also perform a medley of her biggest songs at the event, including “Dark Horse,” “Firework,” “California Gurls” and “Roar.”
Other artists who have been honored with the same award in recent years include Madonna, Britney Spears, Beyoncé, Rihanna, David Bowie, George Michael and Janet Jackson.
Bruce Gillmer, president of music, musical talent, programming and events at Paramount, said in a statement: “Katy is a musical powerhouse and a true pop culture icon.
“With her groundbreaking creative vision, she has become a global phenomenon and has conquered the biggest stages in the world.
“Katy will be on full display at the VMAs with an unforgettable, career-spanning performance celebrating her biggest moments and chart-topping hits.”
The Ministry of the Environment of the Balearic Islands recently stated in a press release that the production company behind the video for “Lifetimes” did not have the necessary filming permit for the Ses Salines Natural Park in Ibiza.
According to the press release, authorities are now investigating the possibility that the Lifetimes video shot by Stillz caused environmental damage to the beach.
The press release states that “preliminary investigative measures have been initiated.” The filming of Katy Perry’s new single was “not a crime against the environment,” but an intervention in the ecologically sensitive environment.
Perry himself has not commented on the investigation.
The 2024 MTV VMAs will take place on September 11th starting at 8:00 p.m. ET (midnight in the UK and 10:00 a.m. in Australia) on MTV.
