Avril Lavigne Recalls Unforgettable Encounter with Eminem Backstage at the 2002 MTV VMAs | WhatsOnRap
Throwback to the 2002 MTV VMAs When Avril Lavigne Met Eminem Behind the Scenes
“This was my first award show… We are backstage, and it is like a million people around, and Eminem walking up to me and shaking my hand. Meeting him, and him knowing who I was and walking towards me, saying ‘what’s up’ and shaking my hand, and he’s like ‘yo, I respect you, your music’s cool.’ I almost s–t in my pants. I was like ‘WHAT IS HAPPENING?!'” shared Avril Lavigne.
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– Avril Lavigne
Avril Lavigne’s Backstage Meet-Up with Eminem at 2002 MTV VMAs:
The live broadcast of the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards on August 29, 2002, marked a significant turning point in the nascent stages of Avril’s career. Jimmy Fallon took the reins as the host for the night at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
Eminem, a standout figure of the evening, claimed the spotlight as the most decorated artist, clinching four prestigious awards. His triumph included accolades for Video Of The Year, Best Male Video, Best Rap Video, and Best Direction In The Video for the chart-topping “Without Me,” skillfully directed by Joseph Kahn.
In the dynamic landscape of rap and hip-hop, Avril Lavigne’s encounter with Eminem remains a testament to the crossover appeal of artists from diverse genres.
