MTV stopped broadcasting in the U.S. on Jan. 3, 2026, ending its 40-year run due to declining viewership.

MTV has officially ceased broadcasting in the United States, marking the end of the network's 40-year run. The closure, confirmed by ViacomCBS, follows declining viewership and shifting media consumption trends. The final broadcast aired on January 3, 2026, featuring a retrospective montage of iconic moments. The network’s programming will be replaced by a digital simulcast of a news channel. MTV’s legacy as a cultural force in music and youth media is being acknowledged amid the transition.