Lady Gaga's face masks steal the show at MTV 2020 Video Music Awards

“Wear a mask. It's a sign of respect," she said during an acceptance speech.

August 31, 2020, 9:18 AM

Things may have looked a little different but the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards still delivered a star-studded event with performances from the some of the hottest artists.

Lady Gaga not only delivered a show-stopping act, she dominated the night by snagging five VMAs, including the first ever tricon award -- an award which honored the singer's work in music, fashion, acting and activism.

From Gaga to Lady, this is how disco, pop culture and Hollywood played a part in her evolving style.
From Gaga to Lady, this is how disco, pop culture and Hollywood played a part in her evolving style.

And, in true Gaga form, she accepted each of her awards in an outlandish, yet iconic look with a face mask to match. At the end of one of her speeches, she said, "Wear a mask, it's a sign of respect."

Check out some of her looks:

PHOTO: Lady Gaga accepts the MTV Tricon Award onstage during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30 2020, in Los Angeles.
Lady Gaga accepts the MTV Tricon Award onstage during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30 2020, in Los Angeles.
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PHOTO: Lady Gaga performs during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
Lady Gaga performs during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
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PHOTO: Lady Gaga attends the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
Lady Gaga attends the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
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PHOTO: Lady Gaga poses with her awards during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
Lady Gaga poses with her awards during the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards, Aug. 30, 2020, in Los Angeles.
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Gaga was also joined by Ariana Grande for a performance of their award-winning collaboration "Rain On Me."

Read about more highlights from the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards here.