The renowned awarding ceremony of the American Music Awards crown artists who took part in making music prominent in its unique way. It is a night full of recognitions, awarding the said year's most popular artists and albums.
2020 American Music Awards goes to Microsoft Theater
The annual American Music Awards is one of the most-awaited and prestigious awards night in the global music industry. There, it becomes a yearly gathering of today's most-sought musicians, together with other celebrities and TV personalities.
Aside from its trophies, its stage is home to history's explosive performances, showcasing their music in distinct ways.
This year, The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch are up for eight nominations each, followed by Megan Thee Stallion with five nominations. Moreover, the top nominees' list continues with Taylor Swift, Doja Cat, Lady Gaga, and Justin Bieber with four nominations.
Variety reported that the 2020 American Music Awards was held on Sunday night, Nov. 22, at the Los Angeles' Microsoft Theater. American actress Taraji P. Henson hosted the event.
The ceremony was commenced by a red carpet walk, paving the way for stars to flaunt and marks their appearance in the event. New Edition, Dua Lipa, and Megan Fox were the stars who shined brightly in the show's photo-op segment.
Here are the winners
Hollywood Life tallied all the winners for this year's 2020 American Music Awards, in which the new site found that each trophy was awarded to its rightful owner throughout the nights, naming the music industry's biggest names.
Taraji blurted a statement before kicking off the show, saying that AMAs is more than just what everyone knew as an event that hands out awards.
"The AMAs bring together the music community to celebrate what really drives all artists – the fans," she said. "I'm proud to take the stage as this year's host – and also a fan – for what promises to be an electrifying night of music," Taraji added.
This year's awarding night of the AMAs was headlined by BTS, Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, The Weeknd, and more. Check out the winners below:
Artist of the year
Taylor Swift
BIG congratulations to @taylorswift13! Shes taking home the award for Artist of the Year! #AMAs pic.twitter.com/XfBOTPU5Nc
— American Music Awards (@AMAs) November 23, 2020
Collaboration of the Year
Dan + Shay with Justin Bieber with 10,000 Hours
Favorite Album – Latin
Bad Bunny with YHLQMDLG
Favorite Duo or Group – Pop/Rock
BTS
New Artist of the Year
Doja Cat
Favorite Song – Rap/Hip-Hop
Cardi B feat. Megan Thee Stallion with WAP
Favorite Song – Soul/R&B
The Weeknd with Heartless
Favorite Female Artist – Latin
Becky G
Favorite Song – Country
Dan + Shay with Justin Bieber with 10,000 Hours
Favorite Song – Pop/Rock
Dua Lipa with Don't Start Now
Favorite Album – Soul/R&B
The Weeknd with After Hours
Favorite Social Artist
BTS
Favorite Music Video
Taylor Swift with cardigan
Favorite Male Artist – Pop/Rock
Justin Bieber
Favorite Female Artist
Taylor Swift
Favorite Album – Pop/Rock
Harry Styles with Fine Line
Favorite Male Artist – Country
Kane Brown
Favorite Female Artist – Country
Maren Morris
Favorite Duo or Group – Country
Dan + Shay
For the full list of winners, check it here.