American Music Awards 2021: The full winner’s list

By Chloe Melas
Updated 8:44 PM EST, Tue November 23, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo takes a selfie with fans during the 2021 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 21, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
Olivia Rodrigo takes a selfie with fans during the 2021 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on November 21, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
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Rodrigo brought sparkle to the red carpet in a periwinkle David Koma gown. This is Rodrigo's first appearance at the awards and she is also the most nominated artist this year.
Rodrigo brought sparkle to the red carpet in a periwinkle David Koma gown. This is Rodrigo's first appearance at the awards and she is also the most nominated artist this year.
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Rapper Cardi B put her best fashion foot forward on the red carpet, donning a black Schiaparelli gown and veil. She covered her face with a surreal golden mask and accessorized with statement earrings.
Rapper Cardi B put her best fashion foot forward on the red carpet, donning a black Schiaparelli gown and veil. She covered her face with a surreal golden mask and accessorized with statement earrings.
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This striking look is just one of many Cardi B wore throughout the night, as host of the event.
This striking look is just one of many Cardi B wore throughout the night, as host of the event.
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K-Pop group BTS arrived as a cohesive unit in shades of grey and charcoal, donning double-breasted Louis Vuitton suits with tie belt details and small pops of color in pink, blue and green.
K-Pop group BTS arrived as a cohesive unit in shades of grey and charcoal, donning double-breasted Louis Vuitton suits with tie belt details and small pops of color in pink, blue and green.
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"Pose" star Billy Porter has made a name as one of the red carpet's most exciting arrivals, with his flamboyant, gender-fluid outfits. Porter turned to aquatic clothing brand Botter for his blue outfit, which featured a keyhole cut out and an umbrella-shaped hat -- paired with a pair of black glossy platform heels.
"Pose" star Billy Porter has made a name as one of the red carpet's most exciting arrivals, with his flamboyant, gender-fluid outfits. Porter turned to aquatic clothing brand Botter for his blue outfit, which featured a keyhole cut out and an umbrella-shaped hat -- paired with a pair of black glossy platform heels.
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Presenter and YouTuber Liza Koshy put a spin on the classic little black dress, choosing a sculptural mini dress by Annakiki and thigh high black boots for the awards show.
Presenter and YouTuber Liza Koshy put a spin on the classic little black dress, choosing a sculptural mini dress by Annakiki and thigh high black boots for the awards show.
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Larray's floral-printed suit by Gucci was a tasteful reminder of the bright summer months and his gigantic red platform heels made a major statement. Larray, who decided against a shirt for the outfit, also revealed on the red carpet that words had been embroidered into the back of his blazer which read, "Music is mine / Gucci Seats / Reclined."
Larray's floral-printed suit by Gucci was a tasteful reminder of the bright summer months and his gigantic red platform heels made a major statement. Larray, who decided against a shirt for the outfit, also revealed on the red carpet that words had been embroidered into the back of his blazer which read, "Music is mine / Gucci Seats / Reclined."
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Machine Gun Kelly wore a chain and metal eyelet embellished tunic by Ashton Michael and a punk spiked collar. He was accompanied by his daughter, Casie Colson Baker, and the pair were photographed making pinky promises on the carpet.
Machine Gun Kelly wore a chain and metal eyelet embellished tunic by Ashton Michael and a punk spiked collar. He was accompanied by his daughter, Casie Colson Baker, and the pair were photographed making pinky promises on the carpet.
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Eurovision winners Måneskin took the world by storm with their defiance of gender norms and their AMAs outfits were true to form, with all four members donning matching black Gucci suits with bowties and smoky black eyeliner.
Eurovision winners Måneskin took the world by storm with their defiance of gender norms and their AMAs outfits were true to form, with all four members donning matching black Gucci suits with bowties and smoky black eyeliner.
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Winnie Harlow dared to bare in a fringed outfit by Zuhair Murad, adorned with metallic chains and vibrant teardrop-shaped beads. Harlow shared an early preview of her outfit on Instagram, sharing she was "red carpet ready" as she knelt in golden stilettos.
Winnie Harlow dared to bare in a fringed outfit by Zuhair Murad, adorned with metallic chains and vibrant teardrop-shaped beads. Harlow shared an early preview of her outfit on Instagram, sharing she was "red carpet ready" as she knelt in golden stilettos.
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Singer Chlöe Bailey, who is recently pursuing a solo career as Chlöe, made a splash in a slinky black Monsoori dress with striking cut outs across her chest and hip. Blink and you'll miss her unusual piece of jewelry: a minimal golden waist chain which peeks out from under her gown.
Singer Chlöe Bailey, who is recently pursuing a solo career as Chlöe, made a splash in a slinky black Monsoori dress with striking cut outs across her chest and hip. Blink and you'll miss her unusual piece of jewelry: a minimal golden waist chain which peeks out from under her gown.
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Halle Bailey took a page out of her sister Chloe's book, wearing a skin-baring gown by LaQuan Smith. The brown velvet gown, which featured a gigantic diamond-shaped lace up cut out and a high leg slit, was paired with a pair of bronze strappy heels and a slicked back updo.
Halle Bailey took a page out of her sister Chloe's book, wearing a skin-baring gown by LaQuan Smith. The brown velvet gown, which featured a gigantic diamond-shaped lace up cut out and a high leg slit, was paired with a pair of bronze strappy heels and a slicked back updo.
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"In the Heights" star Anthony Ramos was yet another male star to choose a double-breasted suit, opting for a concrete velvet look detailed with an abstract botanical pattern from Ermenegildo Zegna.
"In the Heights" star Anthony Ramos was yet another male star to choose a double-breasted suit, opting for a concrete velvet look detailed with an abstract botanical pattern from Ermenegildo Zegna.
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Kali Uchis wore not just one, but two corseted outfits on the AMAs' red carpet. The above is Uchis' second outfit, a Thierry Mugler ensemble featuring black glossy mini skirt, long gloves and a sheer corset with boning and contrasting cups.
Kali Uchis wore not just one, but two corseted outfits on the AMAs' red carpet. The above is Uchis' second outfit, a Thierry Mugler ensemble featuring black glossy mini skirt, long gloves and a sheer corset with boning and contrasting cups.
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Marsai Martin shimmered as she strode down the carpet in a sparkling Missoni column dress, which featured a colorful zig-zag pattern. Her amethyst eyeshadow was matched to one of the shades in her dress and her purple earrings.
Marsai Martin shimmered as she strode down the carpet in a sparkling Missoni column dress, which featured a colorful zig-zag pattern. Her amethyst eyeshadow was matched to one of the shades in her dress and her purple earrings.
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There was no high ponytail or oversized bow to be seen on JoJo Siwa at the American Music Awards, as the star stepped out in a ruffled ballgown for her awards show debut. Featuring a sheer statement skirt and an off-the-shoulder detail, she wore her hair long and swept away from her face -- accessorized with a necklace that included the letters D W T S, a reference to her appearance on the show "Dancing With the Stars."
There was no high ponytail or oversized bow to be seen on JoJo Siwa at the American Music Awards, as the star stepped out in a ruffled ballgown for her awards show debut. Featuring a sheer statement skirt and an off-the-shoulder detail, she wore her hair long and swept away from her face -- accessorized with a necklace that included the letters D W T S, a reference to her appearance on the show "Dancing With the Stars."
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"West Side Story" star Rachel Zegler wore a romantic Carolina Herrera tiered ruffle gown on the red carpet. The dress, which featured a triangle-shaped cut out and a halter neck detail, was one of the most voluminous of the night.
"West Side Story" star Rachel Zegler wore a romantic Carolina Herrera tiered ruffle gown on the red carpet. The dress, which featured a triangle-shaped cut out and a halter neck detail, was one of the most voluminous of the night.
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Singer Becky G arrived in a purple and black Raisa Vanessa cocktail dress with power shoulders and cut-outs.
Singer Becky G arrived in a purple and black Raisa Vanessa cocktail dress with power shoulders and cut-outs.
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American Music Awards 2021: Best red carpet fashion
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The American Music Awards were presented Sunday in Los Angeles.

The full list of nominees follows. Winners are indicated in bold.

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Ariana Grande

BTS *WINNER

Drake

Olivia Rodrigo

Taylor Swift

The Weeknd

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR

24kGoldn

Giveon

Masked Wolf

Olivia Rodrigo *WINNER

The Kid LAROI

COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR

24kGoldn ft. iann dior “Mood”

Bad Bunny & Jhay Cortez “DÁKITI”

Chris Brown & Young Thug “Go Crazy”

Doja Cat ft. SZA “Kiss Me More” *WINNER

Justin Bieber ft. Daniel Caesar & Giveon “Peaches”

FAVORITE TRENDING SONG

Erica Banks “Buss It”

Måneskin “Beggin’”

Megan Thee Stallion “Body” *WINNER

Olivia Rodrigo “drivers license”

Popp Hunna “Adderall (Corvette Corvette)”

FAVORITE MUSIC VIDEO

Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak) “Leave The Door Open”

Cardi B “Up”

Lil Nas X “MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name)” *WINNER

Olivia Rodrigo “drivers license”

The Weeknd “Save Your Tears”

FAVORITE MALE POP ARTIST

Drake

Ed Sheeran *WINNER

Justin Bieber

Lil Nas X

The Weeknd

FAVORITE FEMALE POP ARTIST

Ariana Grande

Doja Cat

Dua Lipa

Olivia Rodrigo

Taylor Swift *WINNER

FAVORITE POP DUO OR GROUP

AJR

BTS *WINNER

Glass Animals

Maroon 5

Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak)

FAVORITE POP ALBUM

Ariana Grande “Positions”

Dua Lipa “Future Nostalgia”

Olivia Rodrigo “SOUR”

Taylor Swift “evermore” *WINNER

The Kid LAROI “F*CK LOVE”

FAVORITE POP SONG

BTS “Butter” *WINNER

Doja Cat ft. SZA “Kiss Me More”

Dua Lipa “Levitating”

Olivia Rodrigo “drivers license”

The Weeknd & Ariana Grande “Save Your Tears (Remix)”

FAVORITE MALE COUNTRY ARTIST

Chris Stapleton

Jason Aldean

Luke Bryan *WINNER

Luke Combs

*Morgan Wallen

FAVORITE FEMALE COUNTRY ARTIST

Carrie Underwood *WINNER

Gabby Barrett

Kacey Musgraves

Maren Morris

Miranda Lambert

FAVORITE COUNTRY DUO OR GROUP

Dan + Shay *WINNER

Florida Georgia Line

Lady A

Old Dominion

Zac Brown Band

FAVORITE COUNTRY ALBUM

Chris Stapleton “Starting Over”

Gabby Barrett “Goldmine” *WINNER

Lee Brice “Hey World”

Luke Bryan “Born Here Live Here Die Here”

*Morgan Wallen “Dangerous: The Double Album”

FAVORITE COUNTRY SONG

Chris Stapleton “Starting Over”

Chris Young & Kane Brown “Famous Friends”

Gabby Barrett “The Good Ones” *WINNER

Luke Combs “Forever After All”

Walker Hayes “Fancy Like”

FAVORITE MALE HIP-HOP ARTIST

Drake *WINNER

Lil Baby

Moneybagg Yo

Polo G

Pop Smoke

FAVORITE FEMALE HIP-HOP ARTIST

Cardi B

Coi Leray

Erica Banks

Megan Thee Stallion *WINNER

Saweetie

FAVORITE HIP-HOP ALBUM

Drake “Certified Lover Boy”

Juice WRLD “Legends Never Die”

Megan Thee Stallion “Good News” *WINNER

Pop Smoke “Shoot For The Stars Aim For The Moon”

Rod Wave “SoulFly”

FAVORITE HIP-HOP SONG

Cardi B “Up” *WINNER

Internet Money ft. Gunna, Don Toliver & NAV “Lemonade”

Lil Tjay ft. 6LACK “Calling My Phone”

Polo G “RAPSTAR”

Pop Smoke “What You Know Bout Love”

FAVORITE MALE R&B ARTIST

Chris Brown

Giveon

Tank

The Weeknd *WINNER

Usher

FAVORITE FEMALE R&B ARTIST

Doja Cat *WINNER

H.E.R.

Jazmine Sullivan

Jhené Aiko

SZA

FAVORITE R&B ALBUM

Doja Cat “Planet Her” *WINNER

Giveon “When It’s All Said And Done… Take Time”

H.E.R. “Back of My Mind”

Jazmine Sullivan “Heaux Tales”

Queen Naija “missunderstood”

FAVORITE R&B SONG

Silk Sonic (Bruno Mars, Anderson .Paak) “Leave The Door Open” *WINNER

Chris Brown & Young Thug “Go Crazy”

Giveon “Heartbreak Anniversary”

H.E.R. “Damage”

Jazmine Sullivan “Pick Up Your Feelings”

FAVORITE MALE LATIN ARTIST

Bad Bunny *WINNER

J Balvin

Maluma

Ozuna

Rauw Alejandro

FAVORITE FEMALE LATIN ARTIST

Becky G *WINNER

Kali Uchis

KAROL G

Natti Natasha

ROSALÍA

FAVORITE LATIN DUO OR GROUP

Banda MS de Sergio Lizárraga *WINNER

Calibre 50

Eslabon Armado

La Arrolladora Banda El Limón De Rene Camacho

Los Dos Carnales

FAVORITE LATIN ALBUM

Bad Bunny “EL ÚLTIMO TOUR DEL MUNDO” *WINNER

Kali Uchis “Sin Miedo (del Amor y Otros Demonios)”

KAROL G “KG0516”

Maluma “PAPI JUANCHO”

Rauw Alejandro “Afrodisíaco”

FAVORITE LATIN SONG

Bad Bunny & Jhay Cortez “DÁKITI”

Bad Bunny x ROSALÍA “LA NOCHE DE ANOCHE”

Farruko “Pepas”

Kali Uchis “telepatía” *WINNER

Maluma & The Weeknd “Hawái (Remix)”

FAVORITE ROCK ARTIST

AJR

All Time Low

Foo Fighters

Glass Animals

Machine Gun Kelly *WINNER

FAVORITE INSPIRATIONAL ARTIST

CAIN

Carrie Underwood *WINNER

Elevation Worship

Lauren Daigle

Zach Williams

FAVORITE GOSPEL ARTIST

Kanye West *WINNER

Kirk Franklin

Koryn Hawthorne

Maverick City Music

Tasha Cobbs Leonard

FAVORITE DANCE/ELECTRONIC ARTIST

David Guetta

ILLENIUM

Marshmello *WINNER

Regard

Tiësto

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