WINNERS, LOSER

Kanye Makes Taylor Cry, Lady GaGa Makes Eyes Bleed, at MTV's VMAs

THE NIGHT'S BIG WINNERS: Beyoncé, for her bootylicious hip-snapping video Single Ladies (Put A Ring On It), and the bizarre Lady GaGa, for best new artist after performing her own mock bloody death by paparazzi on stage.

The biggest loser: Kanye West, who interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech for winning best female video.

"I'm sorry, but Beyoncé, had one of the best videos of all time," Kanye protested after grabbing the microphone from a stunned Swift's hands.

Kanye's arrogance set tempers flaring across the web and in the Radio City Music Hall, where the crowd booed him.

Shortly afterward, West was asked to leave, and photos caught him stone-faced, carrying a bottle of Hennessey, departing with girlfriend Amber Rose.

Kanye acted chagrinned after the show, writing on his blog, "I'm sooooo sorry to Taylor Swift and her fans and her mom."

He also wrote, "I'm sorry to my fans if I let you guys down!!!! I'm sorry to my friends at MTV. I will apologize to Taylor 2mrw."

Tune in 2mrw.

Meanwhile, Janet Jackson delivered a perfunctory performance during an unsentimental and effective video tribute to her brother Michael, whose larger than life image appeared on screen.

Madonna looked fierce as she delivered a eulogy in MJ's memory; but though her words were powerful, her delivery seemed practiced.

The classiest moment came when, after winning for video of the year, Beyoncé invited 17-year-old Swift back onstage to make her stolen acceptance speech.

Her hubby Jay-Z, joined by Alicia Keys capped the night with a rousing version of his ode to New York, Empire State of Mind.

Head on over to MTV.com for all the winners, and for copious coverage of the awards show.