BTS earned the most wins with three at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday evening including top honor artist of the year as the most nominated singer Olivia Rodrigo earned new artist of the year.
The seven member South Korean pop boyband – who earned favorite pop group or duo and favorite pop song earlier in the night – was given the most coveted crystal pyramid trophy of the night as they beat out heavy hitters including Ariana Grande, Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd.
The highly-anticipated award show took place at the Microsoft Theater in Downtown Los Angeles as the event marks one of music’s biggest nights of the year recognizing the most popular artists, singles and albums.
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Army strong: BTS earned the most wins with three at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday evening
Rising star: The most nominated singer Olivia Rodrigo earned new artist of the year
The seplet – consisting of Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook – were in utter disbelief as their name was called and the crowd of loyal followers whom they refer to as the BTS Army roared.
Rapper of the group, RM, was the spokesperon most of the night and was at a loss for words as he said: ‘I seriously forgot what I had to say. Thank you, AMAs. And we’re truly honored to be on this stage with such amazing, tremendous artists right over here.
‘We’re so honored. Thanks for that. Whoo! I’m nervous. Yeah, I’m nervous. Yeah, baby. Four years ago, we gave this first time ever TV live performance on this stage, the AMAs. And we were, like, too excited started and nervous at the time. It’s been a long and amazing time since that.’
He went on to say that the odds were stacked against them to capture this success and that nobody believed in them other than the BTS Army.
Excited: The seven member South Korean pop boyband was given the most coveted crystal pyramid trophy of the night as they beat out heavy hitters including Ariana Grande , Drake, Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, and The Weeknd
Rapper of the group, RM, was the spokesperon most of the night and was at a loss for words as he said: ‘I seriously forgot what I had to say. Thank you, AMAs. And we’re truly honored to be on this stage with such amazing, tremendous artists right over here’
‘But nobody could have ever bet on the odds of us receiving this here award. Except, except y’all, Army’: He went on to say that the odds were stacked against them to capture this success and that nobody believed in them other than the BTS Army
RM explained: ‘But nobody could have ever bet on the odds of us receiving this here award. Except, except y’all, Army. Except y’all.
‘Seven boys from Korea, united by a love for music. Without the love and support from all the Armies all over the world. This whole thing is a miracle. Seriously, we’ll never take this for granted. Thank you so much. I love y’all. Want to give this honor to you guys.’
It was a night to remember for the most famous music group in the world as earlier they earned favorite pop group or duo.
The boyband gave all credit to the BTS Army during their speech as during the acceptance speech RM said: ‘Thank you so much. And this means to us even more because we were actually a small boy band from Korea.
‘We just got united by the love for our music. And all we want to do is just spread love, good vibes, and energy through music and performance. But without you guys, army, it could have never done nothing. Thank you so much. Appreciate it. Thank you.’
‘This means to us even more because we were actually a small boy band from Korea’: The most famous music group in the world, BTS, earned favorite pop group or duo as rapper RM spoke on behalf of the group
RM thanked their fans known as the BTS Army as he said: ‘We just got united by the love for our music. And all we want to do is just spread love, good vibes, and energy through music and performance. But without you guys, army, it could have never done nothing. Thank you so much. Appreciate it. Thank you’
Thrill of a lifetime: JoJo Siwa happily posed for a selfie with the group
This award truly proves that this song reaches many people’s hearts. Never take it for granted. Thank you so much’: They later hit the stage again as they won favorite pop song for Butter
The seven member group beat out AJR, Glass Animals, Maroon 5, and Silk Sonic.
They later hit the stage again as they won favorite pop song for Butter.
RM once again spoke out on behalf of the group as he said: ‘Thanks to y’all, Butter has received so much love this year. We just wanted to put out the positive energy. Despite these hard times. This award truly proves that this song reaches many people’s hearts. Never take it for granted. Thank you so much.’
BTS bested Doja Cat ft. SZA (Kiss Me More), Dua Lipa (Levitating), Olivia Rodrigo (drivers license), and The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, (Save Your Tears (Remix)).
As it was their night, BTS ended the event with a performance of their chart-topping hit Butter.
One thing was missing, however, as earlier in the day Megan Thee Stallion announced that she would no longer be attending nor performing at the show as she was originally slated to close it out with BTS.
On top: As it was their night, BTS ended the event with a performance of their chart-topping hit Butter
Incredible: They showcased their amazing cardio throughout the closeout performance
Tearing it up: There was no one in their seats as they put on arguably the best performance of the night
Change of plans: One thing was missing, however, as earlier in the day Megan Thee Stallion announced that she would no longer be attending nor performing at the show as she was originally slated to close it out with BTS but pulled out due to an ‘unexpected personal matter’
Announcement: ‘Hotties I was so excited to go to the @AMAs and perform with @BTS_official, but due to an unexpected personal matter, I can no longer attend,’ she tweeted in excerpt
Worlds colliding: BTS also performed with Coldplay for collaborative track My Universe from the British band’s latest album Music Of The Spheres
The 26-year-old Grammy-winning rapper took to twitter to reveal the last minute change and cited an ‘unexpected personal matter’ as the reason for her absence.
She wrote: ‘Hotties I was so excited to go to the @AMAs and perform with @BTS_official, but due to an unexpected personal matter, I can no longer attend. I’m so sad! I really can’t wait to hit the stage with my guys and perform #BTS_Butter real soon!’
Earlier in the night BTS had joined Coldplay for collaborative track My Universe from the British band’s latest album Music Of The Spheres.
Pop newcomer Olivia Rodrigo had the most nominations at the event with seven as she already has a catalog of chart-topping hits but was only able to come away with one win in the coveted new artist of the year category.
The 18-year-old star beat out 24kGoldn, Giveon, Masked Wolf, and The Kid LAROI for the honor.
When her name was called she shared a tender moment with close friend and fellow songwriter, Conan Gray, before hitting the stage.
What a moment: Pop newcomer Olivia Rodrigo had the most nominations at the event with seven as she already has a catalog of chart-topping hits but was only able to come away with one win in the coveted new artist of the year category
When Olivia reached the microphone she said: ‘Hi, oh, my god. This is so cool. Whoo! Thank you so much to the amas and to the fans who voted for this award. It means so much to me. Writing songs is my favorite thing in the whole world. And I’m so grateful for everyone who has embraced my music. Thank you so much. Love you’
Sweet: She looked excited to finally have a trophy in her possession
Bond: When her name was called she shared a tender moment with close friend and fellow songwriter, Conan Gray, before hitting the stage
On top: The 18-year-old star beat out 24kGoldn, Giveon, Masked Wolf, and The Kid LAROI for the honor
Proud: She happily posed with her new trophy in the press room
Impressive: Rodrigo, who burst onto the charts in January, had earned seven nods including artist of the year, favorite music video, and favorite pop song for her debut single, Drivers License
American Music Awards 2021: WINNERS
Artist of the year:
Ariana Grande
BTS – WINNER
Drake
Olivia Rodrigo
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd
Golden: BTS earned the most wins with three at the 2021 American Music Awards on Sunday evening
New artist of the year:
24kGoldn
Giveon
Masked Wolf
Olivia Rodrigo – WINNER
The Kid LAROI
Rising star: Olivia Rodrigo had the most nominations at the event with seven but was only able to come away with one win
Collaboration of the year:
24kGoldn ft. iann dior, “Mood”
Bad Bunny & Jhay Cortez, “DÁKITI”
Chris Brown & Young Thug, “Go Crazy”
Doja Cat ft. SZA, “Kiss Me More” – WINNER
Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & Giveon, “Peaches”
Favorite trending song:
Erica Banks, “Buss It”
Måneskin, “Beggin’”
Megan Thee Stallion, “Body” – WINNER
Olivia Rodrigo, “drivers license”
Popp Hunna, “Adderall (Corvette Corvette)”
Favorite music video:
Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak), “Leave the Door Open”
Cardi B, “Up”
Lil Nas X, “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)” – WINNER
Olivia Rodrigo, “drivers license”
The Weeknd, “Save Your Tears”
Favorite male pop artist:
Drake
Ed Sheeran – WINNER
Justin Bieber
Lil Nas X
The Weeknd
Favorite female pop artist:
Ariana Grande
Doja Cat
Dua Lipa
Olivia Rodrigo
Taylor Swift – WINNER
Sending a message: Taylor Swift did not attend in person but did send in a video as she won favorite pop album for Evermore
Favorite pop duo or group:
AJR
BTS – WINNER
Glass Animals
Maroon 5
Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak)
Favorite pop album:
Ariana Grande, Positions
Dua Lipa, Future Nostalgia
Olivia Rodrigo, SOUR
Taylor Swift, evermore – WINNER
The Kid LAROI, F*CK LOVE
Favorite pop song:
BTS, “Butter” – WINNER
Doja Cat ft. SZA, “Kiss Me More”
Dua Lipa, “Levitating”
Olivia Rodrigo, “drivers license”
The Weeknd & Ariana Grande, “Save Your Tears (Remix)”
Favorite male country artist:
Chris Stapleton
Jason Aldean
Luke Bryan – WINNER
Luke Combs
Morgan Wallen
Favorite female country artist:
Carrie Underwood – WINNER
Gabby Barrett
Kacey Musgraves
Maren Morris
Miranda Lambert
Favorite country duo or group:
Dan + Shay – WINNER
Florida Georgia Line
Lady A
Old Dominion
Zac Brown Band
Favorite country album:
Chris Stapleton, Starting Over
Gabby Barrett, Goldmine – WINNER
Lee Brice, Hey World
Luke Bryan, Born Here Live Here Die Here
Morgan Wallen, Dangerous: The Double Album
Favorite country song:
Chris Stapleton, “Starting Over”
Chris Young & Kane Brown, “Famous Friends”
Gabby Barrett, “The Good Ones” – WINNER
Luke Combs, “Forever After All”
Walker Hayes, “Fancy Like”
Favorite male hip-hop artist:
Drake – WINNER
Lil Baby
Moneybagg Yo
Polo G
Pop Smoke
Favorite female hip-hop artist:
Cardi B
Coi Leray
Erica Banks
Megan Thee Stallion – WINNER
Saweetie
Favorite hip-hop album:
Drake, Certified Lover Boy
Juice WRLD, Legends Never Die
Megan Thee Stallion, Good News – WINNER
Pop Smoke, Shoot for the Stars Aim for the Moon
Rod Wave, SoulFly
Favorite hip-hop song:
Cardi B, “Up” – WINNER
Internet Money ft. Gunna, Don Toliver & NAV, “Lemonade”
Lil Tjay ft. 6LACK, “Calling My Phone”
Polo G, “RAPSTAR”
Pop Smoke, “What You Know Bout Love”
Host with the most: Cardi B not only served as master of ceremonies but she also won favorite hip-hop song for Up
Favorite male R&B artist:
Chris Brown
Giveon
Tank
The Weeknd – WINNER
Usher
Favorite female R&B artist:
Doja Cat – WINNER
H.E.R.
Jazmine Sullivan
Jhené Aiko
SZA
Favorite R&B album:
Doja Cat, Planet Her – WINNER
Giveon, When It’s All Said and Done… Take Time
H.E.R., Back of My Mind
Jazmine Sullivan, Heaux Tales
Queen Naija, missunderstood
Favorite R&B song:
Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak), “Leave the Door Open” – WINNER
Chris Brown & Young Thug, “Go Crazy”
Giveon, “Heartbreak Anniversary”
H.E.R., “Damage”
Jazmine Sullivan, “Pick Up Your Feelings”
Favorite male Latin artist:
Bad Bunny – WINNER
J Balvin
Maluma
Ozuna
Rauw Alejandro
Favorite female Latin artist:
Becky G – WINNER
Kali Uchis
KAROL G
Natti Natasha
ROSALÍA
Purple reign: Inglewood native Becky G took home favorite Latin female artist
Favorite Latin duo or group:
Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga – WINNER
Calibre 50
Eslabon Armado
La Arrolladora Banda El Limón De Rene Camacho
Los Dos Carnales
Favorite Latin album:
Bad Bunny, El Último Tour Del Mundo – WINNER
Kali Uchis, Sin Miedo (del Amor y Otros Demonios)
KAROL G, KG0516
Maluma, Papi Juancho
Rauw Alejandro, Afrodisíaco
Favorite Latin song:
Bad Bunny & Jhay Cortez, “DÁKITI”
Bad Bunny x ROSALÍA, “LA NOCHE DE ANOCHE”
Farruko, “Pepas”
Kali Uchis, “telepatía” – WINNER
Maluma & The Weeknd, “Hawái (Remix)”
Favorite rock artist:
AJR
All Time Low
Foo Fighters
Glass Animals
Machine Gun Kelly – WINNER
Interesting: The second award of the night was given to Machine Gun Kelly in the favorite rock artist category
Favorite inspirational artist:
CAIN
Carrie Underwood – WINNER
Elevation Worship
Lauren Daigle
Zach Williams
Favorite gospel artist:
Kanye West – WINNER
Kirk Franklin
Koryn Hawthorne
Maverick City Music
Tasha Cobbs Leonard
Favorite dance/electronic artist:
David Guetta
ILLENIUM
Marshmello – WINNER
Regard
Tiësto
When Olivia reached the microphone she said: ‘Hi, oh, my god. This is so cool. Whoo! Thank you so much to the amas and to the fans who voted for this award. It means so much to me. Writing songs is my favorite thing in the whole world. And I’m so grateful for everyone who has embraced my music. Thank you so much. Love you.’
Rodrigo, who burst onto the charts in January, had earned seven nods including artist of the year, favorite music video, and favorite pop song for her debut single, Drivers License.
Taylor Swift thanked her fans – AKA Swifties – for their votes as she earned favorite pop album for Evermore.
The 31-year-old megastar did not attend the event in person but did send in a video to express her appreciation to her loyal fanbase.
In the clip she said: ‘Thank you so much to the fans. This is such an amazing honor. The fact that you would do this for Evermore, I’ve always looked at it as sort of Folklore’s fun, younger sister.’
She beat out heavy competition including: Ariana Grande (Positions), Dua Lipa (Future Nostalgia), Olivia Rodrigo (SOUR), and The Kid LAROI (F*CK LOVE).
‘This is such an amazing honor’: Taylor Swift thanked her fans – AKA Swifties – for their votes as she earned favorite pop album for Evermore as she did not attend the event in person but did send in a video to express her appreciation to her loyal fanbase
In the clip she said: ‘Thank you so much to the fans. This is such an amazing honor. The fact that you would do this for Evermore, I’ve always looked at it as sort of Folklore’s fun, younger sister’
Taylor concluded her acceptance speech for thanking Swifties for their continued support of the rerelease of her album Red last week.
She concluded: ‘And thank you for the amazing support you’ve thrown my way with Red, my version. Have a great night. Love you guys.’
Cardi B took on a new role as host of the award show making her only the second female rapper in history to do so behind Queen Latifah in 1995.
The 29-year-old Bronx, New York native was not only the master of ceremonies but was also a big winner as she took home favorite hip-hop song for Up.
What a night! Cardi B was not only the master of ceremonies but was also a big winner as she took home favorite hip-hop song for Up
Heavy hitter: She beat out competition including Internet Money ft. Gunna, Don Toliver & NAV (Lemonade), Lil Tjay ft. 6LACK (Calling My Phone), Polo G (RAPSTAR), and Pop Smoke, (What You Know Bout Love)
Simply stunning: She looked gorgeous while posing with her new crystal trophy in the press room
She beat out competition including Internet Money ft. Gunna, Don Toliver & NAV (Lemonade), Lil Tjay ft. 6LACK (Calling My Phone), Polo G (RAPSTAR), and Pop Smoke, (What You Know Bout Love).
She kept her speech short and sweet as she said: ‘Oh, my god. I’m so famous. Oh, my goodness. Oh, my gosh. Thank you so much, thank you to my fans, to the new fans, to the ones that have been holding me down for all these years. Thank you for voting for me. And thank you, Jesus. You always have to thank Jesus. Anyways, I got to go host.’
Earlier in the evening, Bad Bunny took home the first award of the night during the telecast.
The 27-year-old Puerto Rican artist thanked his fans as he earned favorite Latin album for his 2020 project titled El Último Tour Del Mundo.
The crowd cheered loudly for the star as he accepted the honor in Spanish but did say: ‘I want to thank every people who is here supporting me.’
Top of the food chain: Bad Bunny took home the first award as he earned favorite Latin album for his 2020 project titled El Último Tour Del Mundo
Good vibes: The crowd cheered loudly for the star as he accepted the honor in Spanish but did say: ‘I want to thank every people who is here supporting me’
Double duty: The 27-year-old Puerto Rican hitmaker earned favorite Latin male artist earlier in the night as he posed in the press room with his two shiny new trophies
Shining star: Bad Bunny is certainly one of the most famous musicians in the world
He beat out heavy competition including: Kali Uchis, KAROL G, Maluma, and Rauw Alejandro.
It was not televised but he also earned favorite male Latin artist as he beat out J Balvin, Maluma, Ozuna, and Rauw Alejandro.
Becky G also had a milestone moment in her career as she earned favorite Latin female artist as she was triumphant over Kali Uchis, KAROL G, Natti Natasha, and ROSALÍA.
The 24-year-old native of Inglewood, California made sure to mention her roots during her acceptance speech as she said: ‘I want to thank my team that’s been with me since day one. My family, of course. And I just want to say that this goes to all of the amazing mujeres in this category. My sisters, I love you so much. And I especially dedicate this award to all of the Latinx community.’
Purple reign: Becky G also had a milestone moment in her career as she earned favorite Latin female artist as she was triumphant over Kali Uchis, KAROL G, Natti Natasha, and ROSALÍA
The 24-year-old native of Inglewood, California made sure to mention her roots during her acceptance speech as she said: ‘I want to thank my team that’s been with me since day one. My family, of course. And I just want to say that this goes to all of the amazing mujeres in this category. My sisters, I love you so much. And I especially dedicate this award to all of the Latinx community’
Stunned: She flashed a big smile on her face as she walked off with the shiny crystal trophy
After breaking out into some Spanish, she continued: ‘To all the minority communities, you’re not alone. We are the American dream. We are the 200%. I’m so proud to be from Inglewood. So proud to be Mexicana. And it doesn’t stop here. So just know that I’m here for you. Everything I do is for you’
Smooch: She kissed her trophy in the press room
After breaking out into some Spanish, she continued: ‘To all the minority communities, you’re not alone. We are the American dream. We are the 200%. I’m so proud to be from Inglewood. So proud to be Mexicana. And it doesn’t stop here. So just know that I’m here for you. Everything I do is for you.’
The second award of the night was given to Machine Gun Kelly in the favorite rock artist category.
The 31-year-old pop punk rapper revealed that he almost didn’t get to have his big moment on television as he explained: ‘Before I accept this award, I just want to say, this wasn’t going to be televised, but my fans spoke loudly. So I want to give them their credit.’
He went on to praise other aspiring musicians whether they are in the rock or hip-hop genres.
‘My fans spoke loudly. So I want to give them their credit’: The second award of the night was given to Machine Gun Kelly in the favorite rock artist category as he revealed that he almost didn’t get to have his big moment on television
Edgelord: He finished out the speech with an defiant stand as he said: ‘And lastly, I read a headline that said the age of the rock star is dead. But looks pretty alive to me’
Making his point: He proudly posed with his shiny new trophy backstage
Stiff competition: MGK beat out: AJR, All Time Low, Foo Fighters, and Glass Animals
Sweet: He proudly posed with his daughter Casie Colson Baker who held up his new trophy
MGK beat out: AJR, All Time Low, Foo Fighters, and Glass Animals.
He finished out the speech with an edgy defiant stand as he said: ‘And lastly, I read a headline that said the age of the rock star is dead. But looks pretty alive to me.’
It is important to note that the event is fan-voted and is one of the largest music award shows in the US.
The nominations are based on performances on the Billboard music charts, streaming and album sales, radio play and social media engagement.
Jennifer Lopez certainly made a bold statement and stole the show at the gala event.
Marry me! Jennifer Lopez performs a quick change into a WEDDING dress and throws her veil into the crowd… but there’s no sign of Ben Affleck at AMAs on Sunday night in LA
She’s a catch! J-Lo even threw her veil into the crowd as she put on a wedding-themed performance
Quick change! Jen had viewers fooled at the beginning of her performance performing in a black gown
Quick change! Jen had viewers fooled at the beginning of her performance performing in a black gown
Not so fast: Jen began to unwrap her dress for the surprise as an image of an orchestra appeared behind her
Ready for the reveal: Jen shocked audiences by switching her outfit to a wedding dress
Here comes the bride: The crowd went wild for Jenny in a wedding dress
Will Ben be watching from home? J-Lo wowed the crowd in a wedding dress performing her song
Belting it out: The singer certainly looked happy wearing the white gown
Beyond the veil: J-Lo looked every inch the bridge-to-be at the AMAs
That’s not Ben! The singer is seen next to a video of Owen Wilson, as he appears in her movie Marry Me
Giving them something to talk about: It seems J-Lo isn’t shying away from being a bride
Bride on time: She appeared in the dress just days after admitting she would walk down the aisle again
Is she ready to walk down the aisle again? J-Lo recently admitted she does want to get married again
Singing for Ben? There have been rumors that J-Lo and Affleck – who first dated in the early 2000s – could be getting engaged
This one is for you! Jen gets ready to throw her veil into the crowd
Who needs a bouquet! Jen throws the veil for one lucky fan to catch in the audience
While there were plenty of solid performances from artists old and new – including everyone from Olivia Rodrigo to New Kids on the Block – it was J-Lo that got tongues wagging.
She started off in an elegant gown behind an orchestra to sing her new song On My Way, from her upcoming romantic comedy Marry Me, also starring Owen Wilson.
Suddenly, the 52-year-old pulled off a very impressive ‘quick change’ trick as she switched to a wedding dress.
However, there was no sign of her beau Ben Affleck at the event, who perhaps stayed home instead of appearing in the audience.
Making no mistake of her wedding-theme routine, she finished off by throwing her veil into the audience like a bouquet of flowers.
Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak’s R&B group Silk Sonic kicked off the night as they performed their latest single titled Smokin Out The Window.
Red-dy for their close-up: Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak’s R&B group Silk Sonic kicked off the night as they performed their latest single titled Smokin Out The Window
Hamming it up: The handsome crooners happily posed n front of their fans as they sported matching red velvet suits
Heavenly: Chloe Bailey appeared on a swing from the ceiling at the start of her performance
Bailey would slip out of her gown and into a white leotard-style ensemble for her perfoance at the annual awards show
Movin’ to the groovin’: The Chloe x Halle star have a bevy of backup dancers in pink leotards
Splittsville: Bailey is poised to drop her first solo studio album, following the release of her lead single, Have Mercy in August
Meanwhile, other performers on the night included Carrie Underwood, Jason Aldean, Kane Brown, Mickey Guyton and Tyler, The Creator.
Chloe Bailey made a bid for solo stardom with a very sultry performance of her hit song Have Mercy.
She is best known for being in the duo Chloe x Halle with her sister, but all eyes were on Chloe the solo artist at the AMAs.
Making a grand entrance, she dropped down from the ceiling in a white caped outfit.
Debut: Sensation Olivia Rodrigo performed at the AMAs for the first time singing the track Traitor… while country star Mickey Guyton gave a rousing performance days after revealing her son had a health scare
Cute: Walker Hayes got some romantic points for dancing his way through the crowd to his wife Laney during his performance of his hit Fancy Like
Remote: Kane Brown performed his new hit single One Mississippi at Tennessee State University, rather than at the event
Country stars: Jason Aldean and Carrie Underwood perform onstage in Nashville, Tennessee for the 2021 AMAs
Creative: Tyler, The Creator performed his song Massa around a snowy stage set
Her leotard-style ensemble showed off more of her legs and midriff as she belted out her song, alongside a bevy of backup dancers who were decked out in similar pink outfits.
Italian rock band Maneskin – who won the Eurovision song contest this year – performed their hit song Beggin.
Country icon Carrie Underwood brought the house down, performing her duet If I Didn’t Love You with Jason Aldean.
Also, Walker Hayes got some romantic points for dancing his way through the crowd to his wife Laney during his performance of his hit Fancy Like.
Out there: Bad Bunny delivered a futuristic performance of Lo Siento BB with Tainy and Julieta Venegas
Powerful: The 19-year-old German singer Zoey Wees sang her song Girls Like Us, flanked by dancers
New edition: Marking their first time back on the AMAs stage since 1997, Brown, Ricky Bell, Ralph Tresvant, Ronnie DeVoe, Michael Bivins, and Johnny Gill of New Edition took the stage in top hats and matching coats
Collaborative: New Edition and NKOTB then joined forces to combine their respective songs Is This the End and Please Don’t Go Girl, with all 11 men dancing and singing alongside each other
Battle for Boston: Dubbed the ‘Battle for Boston’ — where both bands originated — the groups alternated performing some hits separately before coming together on the big stage
NKOTB: New Kids on the Block (which consists of Jonathan and Jordan Knight, Joey McIntyre, Donnie Wahlberg, and Danny Wood) took the stage first and performed The Right Stuff
New Edition (which consists of Brown, Ricky Bell, Ralph Tresvant, Ronnie DeVoe, Michael Bivins, and Johnny Gill) then took over with their song Candy Girl and also later did Mr. Telephone Man and Can You Stand the Rain.
New Edition and NKOTB then joined forces to combine their respective songs Is This the End and Please Don’t Go Girl, with all 11 men dancing and singing alongside each other.
The performance marked the first time New Edition has performed at the AMAs since 1997, while NKOTB last time on the show was in 2010.
Both groups have won two AMA awards throughout the course of their careers.
Leggy lady: Model Winnie Harlow looked stunning as she led the presenters at the gala
Wow factor: Brandy rocked a black dress as she presented an award
Making a splash: Billy Porter donned a blue look complete with an umbrella headpiece as he presented the first award of the night
Dynamic duo: West Side Story castmates Rachel Zegler and Ansel Elgort presented
The R&B band additionally has large plans for 2022 which includes a tour and a Las Vegas residency — both of which were announced around the time they signed with CAA this past summer.
Olivia Rodrigo stunned in a sequined, see-through gown with a feathered bottom as she led the star parade on the red carpet prior o the event.
While rocking a plunging neckline, the 18-year-old Driver’s License hitmaker brought the glamour in a towering pair of silver heels and her signature brunette tresses in loose waves.
She accessorized her lilac David Koma ensemble, the same shade as her Sour album cover, with a pair of high-waisted briefs and a glam makeup look, which included sweep of blush and a nude lipstick.
Supermodel Winnie Harlow wore a jeweled minidress with open-toed heels wore a jeweled minidress with open-toed heels and her light brown hair in a romantic updo with a studded headband.
AMAs debut: In rocking a plunging neckline, the 18-year-old Driver’s License brought the glamour in a towering pair of silver heels
Glamorous: Harlow, a 27-year-old model, who found fame on America’s Next Top Model, wore her light brown hair in a romantic updo with a studded headband
Smiling: Meanwhile, singer JoJo radiated beauty in a figure-hugging silver gown, which displayed her impressive tattoo collection on her arms, with a front slit and cutouts on the waist and studded heels
Side view: She opted to wear her blonde tresses in a flirty ponytail with loose, wavy sections, a dramatic red eyeshadow and pearl earrings
Glam: Cardi B was unrecognizable at the American Music Awards behind an eye-catching gold mask and black veil on Sunday evening in LA
First look: After initially gracing the red carpet in a skintight black gown with a daring thigh-high slit, which showed off her toned legs, the 29-year-old rapper underwent an eye-catching outfit change
Wow: In addition to pulling her waist-length waves in a sleek updo, the performer rocked a massive pair of gold evil eye earrings
Making a statement: The mom-of-two is taking on a new role as host of the award show making her only the second female rapper in history to do so behind Queen Latifah in 1995
Flaunting her abs: Halle Bailey commanded attention in a midriff-baring brown velvet dress with multiple cutouts
Baring it all: Bailey, best known for being one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle, wore her hair in a sleek updo and accessorized with a few silver rings
Daring: Bailey’s sister Chloe Bailey also bared plenty of skin in a cutout black, high-low dress with a plunging neckline
Chloe shared photos of her look on Instagram, captioned: ‘LAWD have mercy tonight’
Mesmerizing: Chloe even rocked a blinged-out body chain
Fresh look: The Have Mercy also sported fiery new red tresses
The former America’s Next Top Model contestant, 27, was dripping in rainbow gems with a high neck and drop earrings.
Meanwhile, singer JoJo radiated beauty in a figure-hugging silver gown, which displayed her impressive tattoo collection on her arms, with a front slit and cutouts on the waist and studded heels.
She opted to wear her blonde tresses in a flirty ponytail with loose, wavy sections, a dramatic red eyeshadow and pearl earrings.
Country star Mickey Guyton wore a shimmery, semi-sheer gown, a gold bracelet and a pair of statement earrings.
Halle Bailey, best known for being one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle, commanded attention in a midriff-baring brown velvet dress with midriff-baring cutouts.
All that shimmers: Coi Leray, who released her breakout single Huddy in 2018, stunned in a one-shoulder black sequin gown and matching heels
In her element: Leray appeared to be a natural on the red carpet as she oozed confidence while getting her picture taken
Business in the front, party in the back: Leray turned around to show off the sheer back of her dress
Bootylicious: The performer looked nothing short of incredible while striking a series of sexy poses
Absolutely gorgeous: JoJo Siwa radiated beauty in a flowing black gown
Having fun: Why Don’t We (L-R) Jonah Marais, Jack Avery, Corbyn Besson, Daniel Seavey and Zach Herron American Music Awards attended
Rising stars: The boy band members looked handsome in all black
So sweet: Machine Gun Kelly brought his 12-year-old daughter Casie Colson Baker to the award show
Making memories: The father daughter duo posed for pictures together and even were photographed making a pinky promise
Her sister Chloe also bared plenty of skin in a cutout black, high-low dress with a plunging neckline that left very little to the imagination.
Cardi B was completely unrecognizable at the event behind an eye-catching gold mask and dramatic black veil.
After initially gracing the red carpet in a skintight black gown with a daring thigh-high slit, which showed off her toned legs, the 29-year-old rapper underwent an eye-catching outfit change.
In addition to pulling her waist-length curls in a sleek updo, the performer rocked a massive pair of gold evil eye earrings.
Dapper: BTS, also known as the Bangtan Boys, all looked handsome in their suits at the show
Fashion risk-taker: Billy Porter sported a bright blue suit, black platform heels and an umbrella-inspired hat
Flirty: Becky G wore a purple tweed-inspired minidress with front cutouts with black heels
Fierce: Diplo wore a light orange jacket, matching pants and cheetah-printed shoes
Stylish: Black-ish’s Marsai Martin wore a shimmering multi-colored Missoni gown, diamond and ruby earrings and silver heels
Flawless: Her accessorizes were from jewelry artist Jared Lehr
Making pulses race: Outer Banks star Madelyn Cline wore a beautiful black gown that showed off her chiseled abs, matching gloves and heels
Elegant: Actress Rachel Zegler, who is set to star in Steven Spielberg’s upcoming film adaptation of West Side Story as Maria Vasquez, cut a sophisticated figure in a tulle black and white halter neck gown
Singer-songwriter Kali Uchis risked a major wardrobe malfunction in a pastel pink corset-inspired minidress
Bold: Uchis later changed into another eye-catching look, which consisted of a black latex miniskirt, tights and a cool gold necklace
Two looks in one night: The 27-year-old Por Vida singer wore her dark black hair in voluminous curls and sported a pair of fake eyelashes
Fit and flare: Liza Koshy wore a flared black baby doll dress, silver hoop earrings and thigh-high leather boots
Looking good: Walker Hayes and Bad Bunny smiled while on the red carpet
Funky look: Bobby Brown wore a black ‘Pura Vida Costa Rica’ r-shirt, crocodile-embossed leather jacket and matching pants with yellow stripes
Cool guy: Rapper 24kGoldn wore a black and white daisy suit
Working it! Rachel Lindsay looked incredible in a timeless all-black ensemble, which showed off her toned arms
Glowing: Michelle Young wowed in a yellow midi dress, which highlighted her incredible physique
Standing out from the crowd: Larray and Matthew Taylor pictured hitting the red carpet
Edgy: Iann Dior (born Michael Ian Olmo) looked effortlessly cool in a and red blazer and shorts
Unique: Zoe Wees wore a padded best, over a graphic hoodie, white pants and her hair in floor-length braids
Anthony Ramos and Gunna also attended
Glam: Erica Banks wore a silver gown with a thigh-high slit, corset bodice and Balenciaga necklace
