[Music] Katie Perry was honored with one of the most prestigious accolades in the music industry the video Vanguard award at the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards VMAs the moment became even more special as she received the award from her longtime partner actor Orlando Bloom adding a personal touch to an already momentous occasion this award celebrates Perry's enduring contribution to music videos and her influential role in shaping the visual landscape of modern pop music by receiving this honor Perry joins an elite list of artists who have redefined music videos as a powerful medium of artistic expression the video Vanguard award introduced at the inaugural VMAs in 1984 was first presented to David Bowie recognizing his Innovative visual work over the years this honor has been given to some of the most iconic names in the music industry including Madonna Beyonce Britney Spears and Michael Jackson whose groundbreaking videos transformed the art form the award which was renamed in 1991 to honor Michael Jackson after he received it in 1988 is not given out every year making it even more prestigious the video Vanguard award celebrates artists who not only create Unforgettable music but also push the creative boundaries of music videos Perry's groundbreaking and Visually stunning music videos such as California Girls Firework and Darkhorse have left an indelible mark on pop culture showcasing her Unique Style storytelling and dedication to the art form past recipients of the video Vanguard award read like a who's who of music legends Donna became the first woman to win the award in 1986 followed by Janet Jackson in 1990 who remains the youngest recipient at just 24 in 2014 Beyonce's performance during the ceremony presented by her husband Jay-Z and daughter Blue Ivy became one of the most memorable moments in VMA history similarly Missy Elliot made history in 2019 as the first first female rapper to receive the award while Shakira broke new ground in 2023 by becoming the first South American Artist to be honored Katie Perry's award is a testament to her remarkable career and the impact her videos have had on the industry her imaginative visuals memorable characters and vibrant storytelling continue to influence both fans and fellow artists alike from her breakout Out video I kissed a girl to the Whimsical and Larger than Life visuals of Roar Perry has continuously evolved while maintaining her signature artistic flare with this award Katie Perry solidifies her place among music's greatest visual innovators further cementing her Legacy as one of the most influential pop icons of her generation