Taylor Swift is set to debut the music video for her new single, "Patient Zero," at this Sunday’s MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs). The song was announced earlier this week, with Swift sharing on social media that she had been "impatiently waiting" to reveal the track, which will be released on Friday. Alongside the single, a new deluxe version of her latest album, The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore, featuring four additional songs, will also be released on the same day. A sneak peek of the "Patient Zero" music video aired exclusively on CBS Mornings on Thursday, giving fans a first look at the visual concept. The VMAs will be a significant milestone for Swift, who will be honored with the VMAs' first-ever Artist Director Honors. This new award recognizes artists who have made a substantial impact behind the camera, expanding the creative possibilities of music videos and enhancing visual storytelling. Swift, who is also nominated for 11 categories, will become the most-awarded artist in VMAs history, surpassing the previous tie between her and Beyoncé. The VMAs will air live on CBS television stations and MTV, with streaming available on Paramount+. The event is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT). In addition to directing "Patient Zero," Swift has enlisted A-list actors Dakota Johnson and Colin Farrell to star alongside her in the video. The music video will debut at the VMAs, marking a major moment for both Swift’s artistic direction and the evolution of music video storytelling.