This year 's awards were a huge improvement ratings-wise , seeing a 19 % rise on last year with 8.4 million viewers . It was also a 23 % advance over the 5.76 million who saw the 2006 ceremony . Although ratings improved , this year 's video music awards was hosted at its smallest venue of its 25-year history . Britney Spears became the main winner of the night , walking away with her first three Moonmen : Video of the Year , Best Female Video , and Best Pop Video all for " Piece of Me "
2006 ceremony
2006 MTV Video Music Awards
2008 MTV Video Music Awards