Shakira receives Video Vanguard Award at 2023 MTV VMAs, makes history

Shakira is a four-time VMA award-winner.

Many legendary artists, including Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Missy Elliott, Beyoncé and Michael Jackson, have received the coveted award over the years.

This milestone is a history-making one for Shakira as she is the first South American artist to ever receive the Video Vanguard Award.

Lopez, who received the award in 2018, was the first Latin artist to receive the honor.

In addition to receiving the Video Vanguard Award, Shakira delivered an electrifying performance combining some of her career’s biggest hits such as “Hips Don’t Lie” and “Whenever, Wherever” in a medley lasting roughly 10 minutes.

SOURCE: ABCNEWS