Lisa Rinna Debuts Bold New Look at 2026 MTV VMAs
The 'Real Housewives' star surprised attendees with a platinum blonde wig and a daring white gown.
Lisa Rinna, 63, made a striking entrance at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles, sporting a dramatic transformation. The television personality arrived at the Peacock Theater with a spiky, peroxide blonde wig, a departure from her signature brunette style.
Rinna complemented her new hair with a white strapless gown that featured a molded bodice designed to accentuate her figure. The dress included a flowing train and a high thigh slit, paired with white platform heels. Her makeup consisted of a dark eyeshadow, a nude lip, and peach-toned blush, with minimal jewelry, only sparkling stud earrings.
The event also highlighted significant milestones for other artists. Taylor Swift was set to receive the inaugural Artist Director Honors, a recognition that would allow her to break her tie with Beyoncé for the most VMAs. Both artists entered the ceremony with 30 awards each.
Madonna, 68, led the nominations with 11 nods, closely followed by Swift with nine. Madonna's nominations included potential wins for Video of the Year for "Confessions II (The Film)" and several other categories such as best direction, cinematography, and editing. Swift's "The Fate of Ophelia" was also a contender for Video of the Year.
Other artists with multiple nominations included Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter, each with seven nods. Grande's "Hate That I Made You Love Me" and Carpenter's "Tears" were both nominated for Video of the Year. The Artist of the Year category featured a competitive lineup including Madonna, Swift, Grande, Carpenter, Bruno Mars, and Morgan Wallen.
Madonna's recent album, "Confessions II," released in July, has garnered critical acclaim. The source material notes a viral moment where Madonna referred to John F. Kennedy Jr. as one of her best lovers, made during a promotional partnership with the gay hookup app Grindr for her album. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift's summer was marked by her wedding to NFL player Travis Kelce.
Rinna was among the early red carpet arrivals, alongside figures like Summer House star Ciara Miller, Bebe Rexha, and singer JoJo. Her husband, Harry Hamlin, and their daughters, Amelia Gray and Delilah Belle, were not in attendance.