| 1996 MTV Europe Music Awards | |
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| Date | November 14, 1996 |
| Venue(s) | Alexandra Palace, London, England |
| Host(s) | Robbie Williams |
| Network | MTV Networks International (Europe) |
The 1996 MTV Europe Music Awards were presented in London, England in November 1996. The host was former Take That member Robbie Williams who opened the show being chased by police and guard dogs through the venue whilst wearing a straitjacket.
George Michael performed his hit "Star People" whilst emerging from a mirrored car, The Fugees rapped their track "Ready or Not" and Peter Andre and Boyzone collaborated for a Motown medley, other performances included Garbage and The Smashing Pumpkins. Metallica created mayhem by changing their planned song at the last minute. Instead of "King Nothing" the American band performed two tracks "Last Caress" and "So What", a strong rock anthem that references bestiality. The Metallica segment has never been aired since.
The award presenters included drum and bass legend Goldie, Jamiroquai’s Jay Kay, model Jerry Hall and actor Richard E. Grant.
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