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Taylor, Kanye, Eminem, Rihanna and Nicki lead the parade of stars at the VMAs

September 13, 2010 2:20 PM ET

Taylor Swift sang a new track about Kanye West, Kanye West sang a new track about douchebags, Nicki Minaj wowed fans on the white carpet with "Check It Out" and Lady Gaga revealed Born This Way is on the way: These are just some highlights from last night's 2010 MTV Video Music Awards. Check out our video to see all of Rolling Stone's favorite moments from the VMAs, from Eminem and Rihanna to Justin Bieber's medley.

Click here for our full VMA coverage, pluscheck out photos from last night's star-studded ceremony.

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