Taylor Swift takes it all at the MTV EMAs

Taylor Swift is the big winner of the MTV Europe Music Awards.

The singer won in most of the categories in which she was nominated, winning a trophy for best artist, best pop performance, best video and best long clip.

Fresh from the release of her record-breaking new album

, the star made a surprise appearance at the ceremony in Düsseldorf, Germany.

“You have no idea what it means to me to do this as a career.

There's not a single moment when I take it for granted.

I love you so much, I can't believe I do this for work, and it's thanks to you.

Thank you very, very much, ”she told the crowd during one of her appearances on the set.

rain of surprises

The ceremony, hosted by Rita Ora and Taika Waititi, also saw Nicki Minaj win the hip-hop and best song categories with her single

.

David Guetta was also honored for his collaboration with Bebe Rexha,

, but also in the electro category.

The other surprise of the evening was the presence (via a video) of Tom Cruise, who came to launch OneRepublic's performance, for the title 

soundtrack

.

The evening also had a bit of a political flavor when Muse, who opened the show with the title

, went on to win the award for best rock performance and dedicated her award to the fighting peoples.

“We would like to dedicate this album to the Ukrainian people and Iranian women who are fighting for their freedom as we celebrate tonight,” singer Matt Bellamy said.

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