MTV Video Music Awards

MTV 1st Annual Video Music Awards (1x1)

Air date: Sep 14, 1984

The first annual 1984 MTV VMAs, hosted by Dan Aykroyd and Bette Midler at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Performances by Rod Stewart, Madonna, Huey Lewis and the News, David Bowie, Tina Turner, ZZ Top, Ray Parker Jr., Herbie Hancock, Billy Idol, and The Cars. Notable performances included Madonna's iconic rendition of "Like a Virgin," David Bowie performing "Blue Jean" from London, and Herbie Hancock's "Rockit" with its groundbreaking special effects.