American Music Awards 2020 – See Photos From AMAs

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November 22, 2020 8:52PM EST

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2020 American Music Awards: Show Moments

2020 American Music Awards: Show Moments — Some people wait a lifetime for a moment like this – and the moment had finally come! The fans have decided, the stage is set, and now it’s time to kick off the 2020 American Music Awards, hosted by Taraji P. Henson.

The night was filled with incredible performances from stars like Justin Bieber, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez, Maluma, Billie Eilish, and Shawn Mendes, just to name a few. Plus, The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch duke it out with 8 nominations a piece, the most of any other artist this year.

But the top prizes are really up for grabs, and the winners will be in the hands of presenters like Grammy-winning singer Ciara and this season’s current Bachelorette star, Tayshia Adams. Other presenters for the evening include Megan Fox, Derek Hough, and Paris Hilton.

So scroll through the gallery to see highlights for the big show.

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Jennifer Lopez & Maluma

Jennifer Lopez & Maluma — The steamiest performance of the night had to go to the Queen herself, J.Lo, and her new leading man Maluma. Ahead of the release of their new rom-com, Marry Me, the pair took to the AMAs to sex it up by performing two songs off the soundtrack.

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Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez — Jennifer Lopez made a convincing case for her to star in ‘Chicago’ on broadway with her sexy performance of two new songs at the AMAs — “Pa’ Ti” and “Lonely”.

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BTS

BTS — THE 2020 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS – “The 2020 American Music Awards”, hosted by Taraji P. Henson aired from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, SUNDAY, NOV. 22 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (Big Hit Entertainment)
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Bebe Rexha,Doja Cat

Bebe Rexha,Doja Cat — Bebe Rexha, left, and Doja Cat perform at the American Music Awards on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

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MACHINE GUN KELLY

MACHINE GUN KELLY — THE 2020 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS – “The 2020 American Music Awards”, hosted by Taraji P. Henson aired from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, SUNDAY, NOV. 22 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC)
MACHINE GUN KELLY

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SHAWN MENDES

SHAWN MENDES — THE 2020 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS – “The 2020 American Music Awards”, hosted by Taraji P. Henson aired from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, SUNDAY, NOV. 22 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC. (ABC)
SHAWN MENDES

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Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa — Everyone dreams of flying, but Dua Lipa took fans to new heights performing her smash, ‘Levitating’. And yes, she really did take flight.

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BELL BIV DEVOE

BELL BIV DEVOE — This reunion was anything but poison!

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Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish — Billie Eilish, joined by her bro, rocked the house at the AMAs with her first, live performance of Therefore I Am. Behold the rocker in her element!

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The Weeknd

The Weeknd — The Weeknd accepts the first award of the night for favorite soul/R&B album for “After Hours” at the American Music Awards on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles

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Taraji P. Henson Opens The Show

Taraji P. Henson Opens The Show — Host Taraji P. Henson felt a brand new day as she dance to ‘The Wiz’, Prince, and more to open up the American Music Awards on Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

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Shawn Mendes Performing

Shawn Mendes Performing — Camila Cabello’s man took to the stage to open the AMAs with his bro, Justin Bieber. The pair sang their new duet, ‘Monster’ — all at a safe distance.

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Katy Perry

Katy Perry — Look at that Canadian tuxedo! Somewhere, Britney Spears is jealous! New mom Katy Perry took to the stage at the AMAs for her first performance since giving birth to baby girl, Daisy.

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Katy Perry & Darius Rucker

Katy Perry & Darius Rucker — Katy Perry belted out a re-imagined take on her new single, ‘Only Love’ at the AMAs. For this verision, she was joined by Darius Rucker on guitar and vocals. Very nice!

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MEGAN FOX & MACHINE GUN KELLY

MEGAN FOX & MACHINE GUN KELLY — The couple of the night! Megan Fox & Machine Gun Kelly made their debut as a couple on the red carpet for the AMAs, looking just perfect with each other.

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