MTV is shuttering its music channels in the UK – and now fans are wondering if the US could be next.

The iconic music TV channel is closing five stations in the UK, including MTV Music, MTV 80s, MTV 90s, Club MTV and MTV Live, according to the BBC. These channels will go dark after Dec. 31, 2025.

Its flagship channel MTV HD will remain available in the region, though it mainly airs reality shows like “Teen Mom” and “Geordie Shore,” not music videos. 4

MTV launched in the US in 1981. It was the first 24-hour music broadcaster, and quickly became known for its ability to churn out headline-making moments – like the debut of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” music video in 1983 and its 16-hour telecast of the Live Aid concerts in 1985.

It hosted its inaugural MTV Video Music Awards in 198

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