The American Music Awards returned on Monday, May 26, held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas and hosted by Jennifer Lopez.
The show kicked off with Lopez offering an energetic dance number set to a medley of 23 of the year’s biggest tracks, featuring music by Chappell Roan, Billie Eilish, Shaboozey, Beyoncé, and others.
Billie Eilish, who entered the night with seven nominations, walked away with the coveted Artist of the Year award. She was also nominated in several other categories, including Album of the Year and Favorite Pop Album for Hit Me Hard and Soft, as well as Song of the Year and Favorite Pop Song for Birds of a Feather. SZA won for Favorite R&B Song for “Saturn” and Favorite Female R&B Artist.
Gracie Abrams took home the award for New Artist of the Year. Meanwhile, Eminem was awarded Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist, adding another accolade to his long list of achievements. Eilish, Abrams, and Eminem were not present to accept their awards in person.
Janet Jackson made a highly anticipated return to the stage, performing for the first time on television in seven years in honor of her Icon Award. In addition, Rod Stewart received the Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating a career that has spanned over 60 years.
For a full list of winners, head HERE.
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