Eminem will perform at this year's MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles, the broadcaster has announced.

The rapper will join previously announced performers Kanye West, Justin Bieber, Florence & The Machine and Drake.

Eminem has been nominated for eight awards, including Video Of The Year for recent single ‘Not Afraid’.

Lady Gaga leads the way with a record-breaking 13 nominations.

Meanwhile, Katy Perry, Justin Timberlake, Nicki Minaj and Twilight actress Ashley Green will present awards at the event.

The 2010 MTV Video Music Awards will take place at the Gibson Amphitheatre in Los Angeles on September 12.

(by Jason Gregory)