Katy Perry has been announced as the host for the 2017 MTV Video Music Awards. Perry, who received five nominations earlier this week, will also perform in addition to her hosting responsibilities. “I’ve been training with MTV in zero gravity, eating astronaut ice cream, and I’m on a group text with Buzz Aldrin and Neil deGrasse Tyson. Come August 27th, I’ll be ready to be your MOONWOMAN! Brace for impact, kids,” The VMAs will air on MTV on August 27 at 8 p.m.