VMAs 2023 behind the scenes: What you didn’t see on TV

From a surprise *NSYNC reunion to a historic Taylor Swift sweep, the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards were packed with iconic moments that played out on the small screen.

But there were also plenty of happenings going on behind the scenes that weren't shown on television.

Scroll through the gallery below to see everything that went on backstage and in the crowd at Sunday night's big event.

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*NSYNC hangs out backstage after their on-stage reunion.

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Best friends Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift hug during the show.

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The twosome have been pals for more than a decade.

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Kelsea Ballerini busts a move in the crowd.

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Shakira's sons, Sasha and Milan, join her in the audience.

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Swift poses with her "favorite Sagittarius," Nicki Minaj.

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Rita Ora looks thrilled to be taking a photo with Justin Timberlake.

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Tiffany Haddish and Karol G put their cheeky ensembles on display.

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Sexyy Red grabs Lil Nas X's backside.

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The "Anti-Hero" singer poses with her nine moon people.

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Karol G gives Shakira a huge hug.

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Doug E. Fresh and LL Cool J have an animated conversation backstage.

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Charli (left) and Dixie D'Amelio (second from left) attend the show with their parents.

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Dove Cameron (center) stuns in photo with Halle and Chloe Bailey.

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