The boy band NSYNC not only left a huge mark on the pop music scene but also created unforgettable moments at the MTV VMAs that are still talked about today. The group, which included Justin Timberlake, JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Joey Fatone, and Lance Bass, had a knack for show-stopping performances and iconic appearances. Here are some of NSYNC’s best moments at the MTV Video Music Awards.

One of NSYNC’s most memorable VMA performances was at the 2000 awards show where they performed a medley of their hit songs “Bye Bye Bye” and “It’s Gonna Be Me.” The performance was a spectacle of tight choreography and special effects, including marionette strings that had been a feature in their “Bye Bye Bye” music video. It showcased their vocal abilities and dance moves, leaving an indelible impression on the audience.

In 2001, they returned to the VMA stage with another standout performance featuring Michael Jackson. They performed “Pop” before the King of Pop himself appeared to perform his solo “Rock Your World,” creating a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration that left fans ecstatic.

NSYNC’s VMA appearances were also significant for their red carpet fashion statements. In 1999 they wore coordinated shiny suits that were very much on-trend and epitomized late ’90s boy band fashion. They were not afraid to experiment with bold looks that often sparked conversations.

Their appearance in 2002 is notable for Justin Timberlake’s solo VMA debut, performing his hit “Like I Love You.” Although this moment signaled the end of an era for NSYNC as a group, it was a launchpad for Timberlake’s successful solo career.

Lastly, NSYNC’s reunion performance at the 2013 VMAs was a moment that fans had been waiting for since their unofficial hiatus began in 2002. They performed a brief medley of their hits during Justin Timberlake’s Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award segment. Even though it was short-lived, it was a nostalgic nod to their VMA legacy and thrilled fans around the world.

Through each performance and appearance on the VMA stage, *NSYNC exhibited incredible showmanship and left an impactful legacy as one of pop music’s most celebrated acts at this iconic award show.