The American Music Awards has emerged as one of the most exciting, dynamic events of the year. It was here where Selena Gomez opened up about her lupus-triggered anxiety and depression, Justin Bieber gave a performance that made literally everyone cry, and Gigi Hadid did a Melania Trump impression that broke the Internet. There’s something about the AMAs that’s looser—and more fun—than other awards shows, which might explain its appeal. After all, who doesn’t love a night where Gomez’s blond hair is the focal point?
By the way, that last one is literally true: Gomez debuted a new, blond look at tonight’s American Music Awards, and people are obsessing over it. They’re also buzzing about her performance with Marshmello, as well as Tracee Ellis Ross’ hosting cred and Pink and Kelly Clarkson’s duet. These moments, below, are the highlights of the 2017 American Music Awards. Oh, and there’s one lowlight we have to address too. Read on.
Best
Jamie Foxx’s emotional opening speech, which featured first responders.
He said a rousing few words about the dumpster fire that was 2017 and how we need to have hope going into the next year. “Together, we can unite as a people and as a nation,” he said.
Pink and Kelly Clarkson’s performance of “Everybody Hurts” by REM.
The two pop superstars joined forces shortly after Foxx’s speech for a searing rendition of the iconic 1992 song. Their vocals, naturally, were on point, and their synergy was palpable. It was the perfect way to kick off the show, and truly necessary catharsis from the horrific events that happened this year. The crowd gave them a standing ovation.
The first dress host Tracee Ellis Ross wore during her opening monologue.
Opulence! You own everything! Everything is yours!
The mama/daughter love between Tracee Ellis Ross and Diana Ross all evening.
Let’s petition for a Freaky Friday remake starring them.
Demi Lovato takes on the haters with her “Sorry Not Sorry” performance.
Before Lovato hit the stage, a barrage of mean tweets about her appeared on screen—but she quickly reclaimed the narrative and gave a performance that slayed our souls.
Nick Jonas delivers routine sexiness during his performance of “Find You.”
Oh, and the song is also a bop.
Shawn Mendes’ smile.
Yes, his smile was a highlight. Don’t @ me.
Selena Gomez’s eerie-but-beautiful performance of “Wolves.”
She was essentially a final girl in a horror movie, and we lived for it.
Christina Aguilera’s tribute to Whitney Houston and The Bodyguard.
Her vocals gave the audience chills, though not everyone was on board.
Lady Gaga’s colorful performance of “The Cure.”
It was the most vibrant moment from the evening. Gaga wore actual ornaments on her face. I love icons!
Pink defies gravity (yet again).
She performed her new song “Beautiful Trauma” while twirling on the side of a building. Literally.
BTS. Just BTS.
Every American is a fan of this band after tonight.
Diana Ross’ performance.
She was honored with a lifetime achievement award during tonight’s show, and she brought the house down with a medley of her greatest hits.
And…the Worst Moment
The fact there were next to no women in the general award categories.
Host Tracee Ellis Ross noted that tonight’s American Music Awards would celebrate the many strong, talented women in the music industry, but there was a major problem with that sentiment: There were barely any female nominees. In fact, there wasn’t a single woman in the Artist of the Year category. Not one. How could the AMAs celebrate women tonight if it didn’t even bother to nominate them?
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