Vintage StarTracks: This Time in 1990, See Photos of Sinéad O'Connor, Madonna & More Big Stars
Find out what the biggest stars of 1990 were up to with throwback photos from Hollywood's bygone era
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Sinéad O'Connor at the 1990 MTV Video Music AwardsHollywood’s biggest celebs and rising young stars were living it up 34 years ago.
There was really only one place to be on Sept. 6, 1990: the MTV Video Music Awards! The first VMAs of the decade ushered in a new era of pop music, but the stars of the '80s still dominated. Sinéad O'Connor took home three awards, Madonna gave an instantly iconic performance and Billy Idol stole the spotlight. Meanwhile, MC Hammer, Queen Latifah and other big hip-hop stars hinted at the genre's emerging dominance.
Take a trip back to September 1990 to see what the hottest stars of the decade were up to at the VMAs.
Three's Company
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Wilson Phillips in 1990Wendy Wilson, Chynna Phillips and Carnie Wilson of Wilson Phillips posed for a pic. The trio introduced the winners of the International Viewer's Choice Award alongside Tears for Fears' Curt Smith.
Big Smile
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Steven Tyler in 1990Steven Tyler celebrated Aerosmith's two wins for "Janie's Got a Gun."
The Whole Crew
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Fresh Kid Ice in 1990Fresh Kid Ice, Brother Marquis, DJ Mr. Mixx and Luke Skyywalker of 2 Live Crew performed their hit "Banned in the U.S.A."
In with the New
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New Edition in 1990New Edition's Johnny Gill, Ralph Tresvant, Ronnie DeVoe, Michael Bivins, Bobby Brown and Ricky Bell looked extremely dapper.
Rock Royalty
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Danny Keough and Lisa Marie Presley in 1990Lisa Marie Presley attended the show with then-husband Danny Keough.
Meet-and-Greet
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Mariah Carey in 1990Mariah Carey waved to fans as she arrived at the Universal Amphitheatre in Los Angeles.
Strike a Pose
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Madonna in 1990Madonna took the stage for what would become an iconic performance of her hit single "Vogue."
With the Band
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Kim Basinger in 1990Headbands were hot in 1990. Kim Basinger, who presented the award for Best Dance Video, wore one.
Rock On
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Christina Applegate in 1990So did Best Metal/Hard Rock Video presenter Christina Applegate.
Colour Guard
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Living Colour in 1990Living Colour took the stage to present the award for Best New Artist in a Video.
M?tley Magic
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Vince Neil and Magic Johnson in 1990M?tley Crüe frontman Vince Neil posed for a pic with NBA star Magic Johnson.
Hog Wild
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Billy Idol in 1990Billy Idol arrived in style on a purple Harley Davidson.
Twinsies
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Christian Slater and Whoopi Goldberg in 1990Christian Slater and Whoopi Goldberg posed in strikingly similar looks.
Hammer Time
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MC Hammer in 1990In addition to performing his hits "Let's Get It Started" and "U Can't Touch This," MC Hammer took home awards for Best Rap Video and Best Dance Video.
Rapper's Delight
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Queen Latifah in 1990Queen Latifah was on hand to present the award for Best Rap Video.
Quality Time
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Flavor Flav and Phil Collins in 1990Elsewhere, her co-presenter Flavor Flav had a quality moment with Phil Collins, who also performed his hit "Sussudio."
Winner's Circle
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Sinéad O'Connor in 1990Sinéad O'Connor posed with her two of the Moonman statuettes she took home for her hit "Nothing Compares 2 U."
Star Studded
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Sarah Jessica Parker and Robert Downey Jr. in 1990Sarah Jessica Parker attended the VMAs with Robert Downey Jr., who presented the award for Best Video from a Film to Billy Idol.
Hot Ones
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The Red Hot Chili Peppers in 1990Flea, Chad Smith, Anthony Kiedis and John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers scored three nominations for their "Higher Ground" video.
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