Jennifer Lopez delivered an emotional speech while accepting the Generation Award at the MTV Movie & TV Awards. The multi-talented artist expressed gratitude to both supporters and those who challenged her, acknowledging the diverse experiences that contributed to her success. Lopez, 52, also secured the award for Best Song, a new category, for “On My Way” from the “Marry Me” soundtrack.
The live ceremony, hosted by Vanessa Hudgens, marked a return to the live format and featured 26 gender-neutral categories, including unconventional ones like “best villain,” “best kiss,” and the new category “here for the hookup.”
Lopez, known for her breakthrough as a dancer on “In Living Color” and subsequent success in acting and singing, thanked her fans, long-time manager, and children, acknowledging their role in shaping her life. She emphasized the importance of collaboration, stating, “You’re only as good as the people who you work with. But if you’re lucky, they make you better. I’ve been very lucky in that regard.”
“Spider-Man: No Way Home,” the leading nominee with seven nods, secured the Best Movie award. Tom Holland, the film’s star, received the Best Performance in a Movie accolade. Despite its massive box office success, the film had been largely overlooked by major awards shows.
Zendaya won Best Performance in a Show for “Euphoria,” which also won Best Show and the new category “Here for the Hookup.” Olivia Rodrigo, a 19-year-old singer, claimed the Best Music Documentary award for “Olivia Rodrigo: driving home 2 u,” emphasizing its creation for fans unable to attend her concerts.
Jack Black received the Comic Genius Award, expressing humility and humor in his acceptance speech. The ceremony featured additional winners, including Sophia Di Martino for Breakthrough Performance, Daniel Radcliffe for Best Villain, and a performance by Diplo and Swae Lee.
The MTV Movie & TV Awards celebrated achievements across various categories, blending emotional moments with humor and acknowledging the diverse contributions of artists in the entertainment industry.
