Los Angeles: Canadian singer Abęl
Makkonen Tesfaye, better known as The Weeknd, took home eight trophies
including the prize for top RnB album for Beauty
Behind The Madness.
One Direction, Rihanna and Justin
Bieber were also named winners. Adele was another winner on the night including
taking the top prize when she was named Artist Of The Year. “Oh my god, I can’t
believe I’ve won,” she said in a video message. The singer was unable to attend
the event in Las Vegas as she’s currently on tour in Spain. “I never ever
thought that this album would be received like this. Have a great night, have a
drink on me and a party.”
Britney Spears kicked of the awards
ceremony with a medley of hits including Womanizer
and I Love Rock and Roll. There were
also performances from Meghan Trainor, Ariana Grande and Fifth Harmony.
Madonna and Stevie Wonder teamed up
for a powerful duet in honor of Prince.
The night also saw a rare performance
from Kesha. Although she had originally been told by her label that she
wouldn't be able to take the stage, but later she was invited back. Kesha’s
been in a long running legal battle with Dr Luke her former producer, after she
accused him of sexually and emotionally abusing her, something he’s always
denied.Her label agreed to let her perform just days before the ceremony. She
performed It Ain’t Me, Babe.
Wiz Khalifa's song See You Again featuring Charlie Puth was
named best rap song.
Several musicians used their
performances and acceptance speeches to honor Prince. Prince died at his home
in April 2016 aged 57.
The Weeknd was visibly emotional as
he dedicated one of his wins to the late singer. He said: “I didn't know him
but he was very close to me. He helped me push the envelope as well as doing
the same to every artist forever. Rest in peace Prince.”
Madonna meanwhile wore an outfit
similar to many made famous by Prince. She brought out Stevie Wonder as a surprise
guest for a duet of Purple Rain.
Before the ceremony, organizers had
defended their decision to choose Madonna to pay tribute to Prince after an
online petition called for more musicians to be included.
Priyanka Chopra was one of the
presenters for the awards night.
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