MTV’s Music Channels Cease Broadcasting in Multiple Countries
January 1, 2026
On December 31st, MTV officially shut down its dedicated 24-hour music channels across several regions, including the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Austria, Poland, Hungary, Australia, and Brazil. The channels concluded their broadcasts with the iconic music video “Video Killed the Radio Star,” marking the end of an era for music television in these areas.
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By Emma Roth