MTV confirmed that Rita Ora will be the host of the 2024 MTV EMAs, which will be broadcast live across the globe on Nov. 10 from Co-op Live in Manchester, United Kingdom. 

Ora will become the show’s first three-time host. 

“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!’” said Ora. 

Rita Ora (MTV)

“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,” said Bruce Gillmer, 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.”

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.

MTV earlier announced the first line-up of global artists set to perform at the 2024 MTV EMAs:  

Benson Boone - Benson Boone has rocketed to global stardom with his intimate, diaristic style. His viral smash-hit “Beautiful Things” from his debut album 'Fireworks & Rollerblades' remains the most-streamed song in the world this year to date and is now certified 5X Platinum. Fresh off his MTV VMA win for “Best Alternative”, Boone now heads to Manchester to treat MTV EMA fans to a very special performance.

RAYE - singer-songwriter RAYE is bringing her silky smooth vocals to the stage for her debut solo MTV EMA performance. One of the brightest stars in music today, RAYE holds eight Top 20 UK singles, 5 billion global Spotify streams and the Double Platinum song, “Escapism.”, which was also the year’s highest-selling single from a female British artist.

Shawn Mendes - Multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Shawn Mendes is set to make a highly anticipated return to the MTV EMAs. With the recent announcement of his forthcoming fifth studio album, Shawn, Mendes continues to captivate with his latest singles “Why Why Why,” “Isn’t That Enough,” and “Nobody Knows,” which reflect the inspiration drawn from his travels and personal experiences over the past few years.

Teddy Swims - Teddy Swims’ debut album “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy” has resonated with fans around the world. Breakout 4x Platinum, Billboard Hot 100 Chart topping single  “Lose Control”, has helped propel Swims to new heights with “Part 2” to his album landing in January. Swims isn’t finished with 2024 yet, as he prepares to bring his powerhouse vocals to the MTV EMAs.

The Warning - one of rock’s fastest-rising bands are set to make their mark on the MTV EMAs. As The Warning near the end of their headline world tour - having amassed hundreds of millions of streams and countless fans along the way - the Mexican-born sister trio now have their sights set on Manchester, hot off the success of their latest studio album “Keep Me Fed”.

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Bush frontman Gavin Rossdale, plus screen stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Turner-Smith and Lucien Laviscount, will take to the stage as presenters.

The 2024 MTV EMAs will broadcast live on MTV in more than 150 countries. In Southeast Asia, the show will be available on-demand in Singapore (on Singtel TV), Malaysia (on Astro via On Demand and Astro GO, and Catch Up on Unifi TV), and in Indonesia (on First Media and Indihome) from Nov. 16. Additional airing dates are to be confirmed.  

The show will also be available in multiple international territories live on Pluto TV and on-demand on Paramount+ where the service is available. 

Fans can vote for their favorites across categories including "Best Asia Act," “Best Song,” “Best Artist,” “Best Collaboration” at www.mtvema.com until 6 a.m. SGT on Nov. 6.