Rapper and actress Awkwafina to host iHeartRadio MMVAs street bash

By The Canadian Press

Posted July 26, 2018 1:36 pm.

Last Updated July 26, 2018 2:20 pm.

This article is more than 5 years old.

TORONTO – Internet-famed rapper and actress Awkwafina is set to host the iHeartRadio MMVAs.

The “Ocean’s 8” star will preside over the televised awards bash in the streets of downtown Toronto next month.

The show will feature chart-topping performers including Shawn Mendes, Alessia Cara, Halsey and Meghan Trainor.

Reality TV personalities Tyra Banks, Derek Hough and Jenni “JWOWW” Farley are also set to present at the awards.

The broadcast airs on CTV, MTV, Much, Virgin Radio and more online platforms Aug. 26.

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