ELMONT, N.Y. — Pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter turned heads at the MTV Video Music Awards with a sleek, precision-choreographed performance of “Tears”—and she did it on Long Island’s own stage at UBS Arena. The nationally televised set showcased her current pop dominance: razor-tight choreography, confident live vocals, and the glossy production values of a headliner in full stride.
A VMAs spotlight for Long Island
Hosting the VMAs at UBS Arena put the national music spotlight squarely on Elmont. For the venue—and the region—it was a statement night: A-list performances, global press, and a showcase of LI as a destination for major live events. Carpenter’s segment was one of the evening’s buzziest, pushing social clips and fan chatter long after the credits rolled.
The Sabrina surge
Coming off a run of smash singles and arena dates, Carpenter’s VMAs turn added real momentum. You’re hearing it in our request lines and streams—she’s climbing WLIT’s “Top 8 at 8 with DJ Cory P.” Tune in tonight to see where she lands and vote in our IG Stories to move her up (or down) the countdown.
Why the performance resonated
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Concept + execution: A fully realized visual moment—tight blocking, confident presence, and a cinematic stage build.
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Cultural timing: A star peaking at exactly the right moment in front of a global audience.
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Home-turf pride: A world-watched awards show broadcast from right here on Long Island.
Listen tonight: Catch the Top 8 at 8 with DJ Cory P on WLIT.FM and help shape the countdown in real time.
Sources: MTV/VMAs broadcast coverage and recaps; national music press post-show reports; UBS Arena event listings and venue materials.
