The 50th anniversary of the American Music Awards brought together music’s biggest names for a night to remember, full of chart-topping hits and timeless memories.
On Sunday, stars like Jennifer Hudson, Brad Paisley, Chaka Khan, Nelly, Raye, Stray Kids and more delivered breathtaking performances that kept the crowd on its feet.
The milestone event opened with Gladys Knight, who dazzled in a black glittering ensemble as she sang her classic hit Midnight Train to Georgia, which won her a 1973 Grammy. The 80-year-old legend set the tone for an evening of musical celebration. .
Green Day kept the energy high with a powerful performance of their new single Dilemma from their latest album Saviors.
However, it was Mariah Carey who thrilled the crowd with her incredible stage presence, embodying the glamor and charisma of a true legend.
The 50th Anniversary of the American Music Awards brought together the biggest names in music for a night to remember, including Mariah Carey (L) and Jennifer Hudson (R)
Mariah electrified the crowd with her incredible performance, which embodied the glamor and charisma of a true legend
In a heartfelt tribute to Nina Simone, Jennifer Hudson delivered a stunning rendition of I Loves You Porgy, moving the audience with her emotional depth
Dazzling in a white satin dress with a striking black back, the iconic singer captivated the audience as she performed her 2005 hit
Kane Brown then took the stage and captivated the audience with his catchy song Miles On It, keeping the momentum going with his lively performance.
In a heartfelt tribute to Nina Simone, Jennifer Hudson delivered a stunning rendition of I Loves You Porgy, moving the audience with her emotional depth.
She then paid tribute to Whitney Houston and performed a breathtaking rendition of the iconic I Will Always Love You, bringing the crowd to a standstill.
Jennifer Lopez made a special appearance to reminisce about her love for the American Music Awards.
Throughout her illustrious career, she has graced the AMA stage countless times with unforgettable performances, cementing her status as a music and entertainment icon.
Korean band Stray Kids delivered an electrifying performance of their hit Chk Chk Boom, captivating the crowd before segueing seamlessly into a cover of *NSYNC’s Bye Bye Bye.
Singer-songwriter Raye graced the stage with a rendition of James Brown’s 1966 hit It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World.
The AMAs’ entirely fan-voted awards segment will return in May 2025.
The long-running awards show, which premiered in 1974, will make its CBS debut after 49 years on ABC.
At the last American Music Awards, which aired on ABC in 2022, Taylor Swift made history by winning six awards, bringing her career total to an astonishing 40 AMAs – the most of any artist ever.
The milestone event opened with Gladys Knight, who dazzled in a black glittering ensemble as she sang her classic hit Midnight Train to Georgia, which won her a 1973 Grammy.
. The 80-year-old legend set the tone for an evening of musical celebration
Green Day kept the energy high with a powerful performance of their new single Dilemma from their latest album Saviors
Green Day has been an important part of the AMAs over the years
Kane Brown took to the stage and captivated the audience with his catchy song Miles On It, keeping the momentum going with his lively performance
The American Music Awards were founded in 1973 by Dick Clark to celebrate and honor the year’s most popular artists and music.
The opening ceremony took place on February 19, 1974 at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, where the winners were determined by a voting process that relied heavily on the opinions of the public and the record buying public.
Over the years, the AMAs have evolved, introducing new categories and reflecting changes in the music industry.
In 1986, the awards adopted a new format that allowed greater viewer participation through a fan voting system, which remains a hallmark of the event.