Actress, Writer, And Rapper 'Awkwafina' To Host
The 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs
Actress, Writer, and Rapper AWKWAFINA Confirmed to Host
THE 2018 IHEARTRADIO MMVAS, August 26
She’s an actor, a rapper, TV personality, and on Sunday, August 26, Awkwafina will be adding ‘iHeartRadio MMVAs Host’ to her long list of accomplishments.
Awkwafina—born Nora Lum—began rapping when she was just 13 years old. In 2012, she gained popularity for her song “My Vag” as the music video garnered over two million views on YouTube in a response to Mickey Avalon’s “My Dick.” Most recently, Awkwafina released her latest EP In Fina We Trust, which follows 2014’s debut LP Yellow Ranger.
Along with her rap career, Awkwafina has made a name for herself as an actor having starred in Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, indie comedy Dude, as well as the animated comedy Storks.
This summer you can catch Awkwafina on the big screen in Crazy Rich Asians as Peik Lin. You can also see her in the role of Constance, a loud-mouthed street hustler and pickpocket in Steven Soderbergh’s Ocean’s trilogy spin-off Ocean’s 8. These two films are Awkwafina’s biggest acting spotlights to date.
Awkwafina is the latest star added to the iHeartRadio MMVAs roster. She joins presenters Derek Hough, Jenni “JWoww” Farley, Sonequa Martin-Green, Prince Michael Jackson and Tyra Banks and performers Shawn Mendes, Meghan Trainor, Kris Wu, 5 Seconds Of Summer, Alessia Cara, Halsey, and Marshmello featuring Anne-Marie.
The 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs go down Sunday, August 26 at 9ET/7MT on CTV and Much.
Emmy award winner, Derek Hough, has just been added as an official presenter at the 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs.
As a professional choreographer, dancer, actor, and singer, you may recognize Hough from Dancing with the Stars, Footloose: The Musical, Hairspray Live!, and Nashville. This year, Hough also appears on NBC’s World of Dance, where he acts as a judge alongside Jennifer Lopez, Jenna Dewan, and Ne-Yo. As a dancer known for his superior Latin and Ballroom techniques, Hough is certainly not one to shy away from presenting.
Though dancing is one of his strong suits, late last year, Hough took a break to explore his other talents. Releasing the song, “Hold On” and directing the corresponding music video, Hough touched upon his feelings about the seriousness of mental health.
Currently, Hough is touring America performing his first-ever solo live dance show. Featuring new stage production, Hough showcases various dance styles––including ballroom, tap, salsa, and hip-hop.
In addition to Derek Hough, today’s announcement also includes presenters Jenni “JWOWW” Farley, Sonequa Martin-Green, Tyra Banks, Prince Michael Jackson. Today’s performer announcement included Meghan Trainor, Kris Wu, and 5 Seconds Of Summer, who join previously announced performers Alessia Cara, Halsey, and Marshmello featuring Anne-Marie.
For the third time, Shawn Mendes will return to his hometown to take theiHeartRadio MMVAs stage in what’s sure to be one of the most unforgettable performances of the night.
The Toronto Vine star-turned-recording artist has become an international superstar thanks to his guitar-driven pop ballads, drawing comparisons to that of pop music heavy hitters Ed Sheeran, Justin Timberlake, and fellow Canadian Justin Bieber.
Mendes’ self-titled third studio album was released this past May and included a handful of jittery, radio-friendly, up-tempo tracks such as “Nervous” and “Lost In Japan,” as well as some more mature, emotionally personal ballads like “In My Blood” and his duet with singer-songwriter Julia Michaels “Like To Be You.” Mendes has been busy promoting his self-titled album since announcing it back in April and will continue to do so well into 2019 with a massive worldwide stadium tour hitting a total of 56 countries spanning across two continents.
This will be the 19-year-old’s third time gracing the iHeartRadio MMVAs stage following his performances during the 2015 and 2016 award shows. Although he wasn’t in attendance last year, Mendes took home the iHeartRadio MMVA for Best Pop Video and also received nominations for Most Buzzworthy Canadian Artist, Fan Fave Artist or Group, and Video of the Year.
Get ready to have a good time when Shawn Mendes takes the stage at the 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs. Mendes joins previously announced performers Megan Trainor, Kris Wu, 5 Seconds of Summer, Alessia Cara, Halsey, and Marshmello featuring Anne-Marie. Presenters include Tyra Banks, Derek Hough, Prince Michael Jackson, Jenni “JWoww” Farley, and Sonequa Martin Green.
The 2018 iHeartRadio MMVAs go down Sunday, August 26 at 9ET/7MT on CTV and Much.
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