The second night focused on the "jaw-dropping" drama of reality TV:
The was a landmark two-night event held at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, marking a grand return to in-person ceremonies after a pandemic-induced hiatus. The event was split into two distinct segments: a scripted awards night hosted by comedian Leslie Jones on May 16, and an inaugural "Unscripted" ceremony hosted by Nikki Glaser on May 17 to celebrate reality television . Night One: Scripted Highlights 2021 MTV Movie & TV Awards YIFY
: RuPaul’s Drag Race won big, taking home Best Competition Series and Best Reality Cast. Host Performance The second night focused on the "jaw-dropping" drama
: Scarlett Johansson was honored with the Generation Award , though her virtual acceptance speech was famously interrupted when her husband, Colin Jost , "slimed" her on camera. Sacha Baron Cohen received the Comedic Genius Award , appearing as several of his iconic characters, including Borat and Ali G. Night Two: Unscripted Highlights Host Performance : Scarlett Johansson was honored with
The first night was dominated by the Marvel Cinematic Universe and nostalgic teen romances:
: The cast of Jersey Shore Family Vacation received the first-ever Reality Royalty lifetime achievement award.