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His latest music is already resonating with music fans, and Shawn Mendes will have a chance to make an even wider connection Wednesday night. The singer-songwriter is playing the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards.<\/p>\n

Ahead of the performance, Shawn made his presence felt in the backstage area. The artist looked ready to perform in his black-on-black look, surely anticipating the performance as much as his fans are.<\/p>\n

Mendes is part of a lineup that includes major names like Eminem, Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, and more. Photos of his backstage appearance follow:<\/p>\n

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ELMONT, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 11: Shawn Mendes attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on September 11, 2024 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz\/Getty Images for MTV)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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ELMONT, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 11: Shawn Mendes attends the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards at UBS Arena on September 11, 2024 in Elmont, New York. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz\/Getty Images for MTV)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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