Addison Rae is feeling “like a virgin” at the 2024 MTV VMAs!
The “Diet Pepsi” singer strutted down the red carpet at New York’s UBS Arena on Sept. 11 in an all-white lingerie ensemble reminiscent of Madonna’s 1984 VMAs performance — and an iconic recreation of the Queen of Pop’s 2003 moment with Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera .
“This little thing? This is Miss Claire Sullivan, and it’s the norm,” Rae, 23, told MTV in a red carpet interview about the look: a white feathered bra, matching panties and a voluminous tulle skirt with multiple feathers.
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Addison Rae in September 2024.
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The outfit was partially inspired by Madonna, who she also referenced in the video for her latest single, “Diet Pepsi.”
“A lot of Russ Meyer for the music video, Bruce Conner SecessionMadonna — I was wearing a cone bra,” Rae told MTV about what went into the visual. “That’s part of the inspiration for tonight, but a little ‘Diet Pepsi’ in there and a little Madonna.”
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Madonna in 1984.
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The Thanksgiving star clearly channeled Madonna’s 1984 performance of “Like a Virgin,” as well as a 2003 performance that featured her memorable kiss with Spears and Aguilera.
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Britney Spears, Madonna and Christina Aguilera in 2003.
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Rae then praised Spears, a Louisiana native, for the princess of pop’s big moments at the awards: “My favorite VMA looks of all time are probably every time Britney has performed and performed, but especially when she performed ‘Satisfaction.’ [at the 2000 VMAs].”
Wedding-inspired looks seem to be trending on the 2024 VMAs red carpet, as Anitta and Sabrina Carpenter both showed up in white gowns.
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“Diet Pepsi” was released last month, marking Rae’s second musical drop of the year following the March release of Charli xcx’s “Von Dutch” remix featuring her and AG Cook.
As for what’s next, she told MTV, “I’m writing a lot of stuff. I’m working on more music. Things are coming. Stay tuned!”
In February, Rae told PEOPLE that she’s “always in the studio” and teased that fans will “see what happens.”
The 2024 MTV VMAs air on September 11 at 8:00 PM ET/PT live from the UBS Arena in New York City.
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