South African Star Tyla Steals the Spotlight at the 2025 MTV VMAs

At the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, South African sensation Tyla turned heads with a bold and unapologetically stylish red-carpet moment. She stunned in a minuscule beige mini-dress, accessorised with layered gold medallion chains at her neck, waist, and wrists. Cleverly balanced with short black shorts for modesty, the look was both daring and high-fashion.

This appearance continues Tyla’s fashion-forward trajectory. Already celebrated for her musical talent—and her breakthrough win for Best Afrobeats Song with “Water”—at the 2024 VMAs, she once again used her platform to showcase South African influence. In her 2025 acceptance speech, she urged a richer appreciation of the continent’s musical diversity beyond general labels like “Afrobeats.”

With a career that transcends music—from viral TikToks to collaborations with luxury houses—Tyla remains a trailblazer in how South Africa is seen on global stages. Her VMA moment was not just fashionable; it was a statement of identity and creative confidence.