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Kuwait Times
3 days ago
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- Kuwait Times
Billie Eilish takes top prize at American Music Awards
'Birds of a Feather' singer Billie Eilish landed the top honor on Monday at the American Music Awards, winning artist of the year in Las Vegas at a red-carpet ceremony that celebrated winners selected by fan votes. Pop singer Eilish claimed the artist prize over Taylor Swift, Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen and other nominees. Eilish won all seven categories in which she was nominated, including album of the year and favorite touring artist. 'This is so crazy. I feel speechless,' Eilish said in a video message from Europe, where she is on tour. 'I wish I could be there tonight.' Eilish, 23, released her third studio album, 'Hit Me Hard and Soft,' in May 2024. 'That's So True' singer Gracie Abrams, winner of new artist of the year, also sent a recording to accept her honor. She thanked her fans, who she said 'I have been lucky enough to learn from.' US singer Becky G accepts the Favorite Female Latin Artist onstage. US singer Benson Boone performs onstage. US singer Jennifer Lopez speaks onstage as she hosts the 51st American Music Awards at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, Nevada. US country singer Lainey Wilson performs onstage. US singer SZA accepts the Favorite Female R&B Artist onstage. Cuban-US singer-songwriter Gloria Estefan performs onstage. US singer songwriter Janet Jackson accepts the ICON Award onstage. 'They have reminded me of the light that exists out there,' Abrams said. SZA took home AMA accolades for female R&B artist and for R&B song for 'Saturn.' Becky G was named favorite female Latin artist. Many big names on the nominees' list did not attend the show, which was broadcast live on CBS PARA.O from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas hotel. One absentee was Beyonce who claimed favorite female country artist and favorite country album for 'Cowboy Carter,' her first AMA wins in country categories. Post Malone was named favorite male country artist. Other no-shows included Taylor Swift and Kendrick Lamar. US singer Janet Jackson performs onstage. Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney of musical duo Dan Shay accept the award for Favorite Country Duo or Group onstage. US youtuber and singer Alex Warren performs onstage. British singer-songwriter Rod Stewart accepts the Lifetime Achievement Award, flanked by his children (back) onstage. British singer-songwriter Rod Stewart performs after accepting the Lifetime Achievement Award onstage. US singer Becky G poses with the award for Favorite Female Latin Artist. Lamar went into the ceremony with a leading 10 nominations. He earned one award, favorite hip-hop song, for 'Not Like Us.' The festivities opened with host Jennifer Lopez singing and dancing to a six-minute medley of 23 hits by the nominees. The songs included Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather,' Sabrina Carpenter's 'Espresso' and Beyonce's 'Texas Hold 'Em.' Janet Jackson was honored with the Icon award, a tribute for artists with global influence. 'I don't consider myself an icon,' Jackson said on stage. 'The one thing that I hope for is that I'm an inspiration for others to follow their dreams and succeed.' Eighty-year-old Rod Stewart received a lifetime achievement honor and danced and sang to his pop hit 'Forever Young,' which was released in 1984. Stewart said that when he started his career 'I had this burning ambition to sing.' 'That's all I wanted to do. I didn't want to be rich or famous,' he said. — AFP
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
Shaboozey Defends 'Incredibly Talented, Hard Working' Megan Moroney After Viral Side-Eye Moment at 2025 AMAs
Shaboozey defended Megan Moroney following the viral side-eye moment during the 2025 American Music Awards on Monday, May 26 He appeared skeptical after she read the teleprompter, saying that the Carter family "basically invited country music" Shaboozey also posted on X about "the real history of country music"Shaboozey has nothing but respect for Megan Moroney. The "A Bar Song (Tipsy)" singer defended Moroney, 27, in the comments of her latest Instagram postm on Tuesday, May 27, after he gave her side-eye during the 2025 American Music Awards and the moment went viral. "Just want to clear something up: my reaction at the AMAs had nothing to do with Megan Moroney!" Shaboozey, 30, wrote. "She's an incredibly talented, hard-working artist who's doing amazing things for country music, and I've got nothing but respect for her." He continued: "I've seen some hateful comments directed at her today, and that's not what this moment was about. Let's not twist the message — she is amazing and someone who represented the country community in the highest light." No strangers to the world of country music, @_megmoroney and @ShaboozeysJeans are here to present the award for Favorite Country Duo or Group! #AMAs — American Music Awards (@AMAs) May 27, 2025 is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! The social media love comes after Shaboozey's viral side-eye moment during the 2025 AMAs when he and Moroney presented the Favorite Country Duo or Group award at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Reading the teleprompter, Shaboozey acknowledged the late Charley Pride, who won the Favorite Male Country Artist award in the AMA's first ceremony, and was a trailblazer for Black country musicians. Moroney's line was: "That same year, Favorite Female Artist went to Lynn Anderson. And this award went to the Carter family, who basically invented country music." This prompted a skeptical reaction from Shaboozey, who glanced at Moroney and briefly laughed before continuing. The next morning, he addressed the viral moment on X while also referring to Black artists' influence on country music. "When you uncover the true history of country music, you find a story so powerful that it cannot be erased…" Shaboozey wrote. "The real history of country music is about people coming together despite their differences, and embracing and celebrating the things that make us alike." . Though the Carter family (made up of A. P. Carter, Sara Dougherty Carter and Maybelle Addington Carter) may be considered the first family of country music, they were influenced by Lesley Riddle. The Black guitarist helped A.P. Carter "gather song material" almost a century ago, and through the years, Black musicians continued to shape and influence the country music genre that fans know today. Read the original article on People
Yahoo
6 days ago
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- Yahoo
AMAs 2025: Shaboozey Goes Viral For Reaction To Megan Moroney Saying The Carter Family Invented Country Music
Shaboozey became a meme following a viral moment at the 2025 American Music Awards. The country star took the stage in Las Vegas next to fellow artist Megan Moroney to present the Favorite Country Duo or Group category. More from Deadline American Music Awards 2025 Red Carpet Photos: Benson Boone, Shaboozey, Ciara, Lainey Wilson, Nikki Glaser & More Janet Jackson Takes The Icon Award At The 2025 AMAs: 'I Don't Consider Myself An Icon' Billie Eilish Dominates American Music Awards With Success In All Nominated Categories - See The Full Winners List Shaboozey started by remembering that country music has been a part of the AMAs' history, recalling that the award for Favorite Male Country Artist went to Charley Pride. Things got awkward when Moroney took a turn reading off the teleprompter, saying, 'That same year, Favorite Female Artist went to Lynn Anderson, and this award [Favorite Country Duo or Group] went to the Carter family, who basically invented country music.' Shaboozey paused to process Moroney's words and let out a laugh before continuing to present the nominees in the category, which was ultimately won by the duo Dan and Shay. UPDATE: The Carter Family was an American folk music group known for songs like 'Wabash Cannonball,' 'Can the Circle Be Unbroken,' 'Wildwood Flower,' 'Keep on the Sunny Side,' and 'I'm Thinking Tonight of My Blue Eyes.' June Carter — known as June Carter Cash after she married Johnny Cash — was portrayed by Reese Witherspoon in 2005's Walk the Line. Shaboozey may have had a more recent (Cowboy) Carter in mind. Indeed, Beyoncé won two AMAs during the ceremony. Watch his reaction in the video below. Jennifer Lopez hosted the 2025 AMAs live from the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Some of the winners of the night included Eminem, who won his first AMAs in 15 years for Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist and Favorite Hip-Hop Album, Billie Eilish won all seven of her categories, including Artist of the Year and Album of the Year, while Beyoncé took the Favorite Female Country Artist award and Favorite Country Album. Best of Deadline 'Hacks' Season 4 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Come Out? Everything We Know About 'Hacks' Season 4 So Far 'The Last Of Us': Differences Between HBO Series & Video Game Across Seasons 1 And 2
Yahoo
6 days ago
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Janet Jackson Takes The Icon Award At The 2025 AMAs: 'I Don't Consider Myself An Icon'
Janet Jackson was honored with the Icon Award at the 2025 American Music Awards after performing on television for the first time in seven years. The star took the stage at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas and performed a song medley before receiving the night's special award. More from Deadline American Music Awards 2025 Red Carpet Photos: Benson Boone, Shaboozey, Ciara, Lainey Wilson, Nikki Glaser & More How To Watch The 2025 American Music Awards Blake Shelton, Gloria Estefan, Gwen Stefani, Reneé Rapp, Benson Boone & Lainey Wilson To Perform At The 2025 American Music Awards 'I am so honored and so grateful. I mean, no disrespect in any way, but I don't consider myself an icon,' she said during her acceptance speech. 'My family, myself, our dream was to… It wasn't ever to be famous, we weren't always like that. We always had a special love for music, dancing, and singing. Fame came with the result of hard work and dedication.' Jackson said that her story and her family's story was 'truly an American story,' adding, 'This would have only happened in America.' 'The one thing that I hope for is that I've been an inspiration to others and artists to follow their dreams and succeed,' she said before thanking everyone in her team. Jackson thanked her family, 'who have been the biggest supporters,' and also acknowledged her fans. 'Because of you and God, I'm standing right here,' Jackson said about her fans. 'I wanna thank the AMAs for this honor, which I am humbly grateful. And last, but not least, keep God in every part of your life because that's where he wants to be.' Other winners at the AMAs included Eminem for Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist, SZA was voted Favorite Female R&B Artist and Favorite R&B Song, while Becky G was voted Favorite Female Latin Artist. Best of Deadline 'The Last Of Us': Differences Between HBO Series & Video Game Across Seasons 1 And 2 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 TV Cancellations: Photo Gallery
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7 days ago
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Get to Know 2025 AMAs Highlights & Winners
Rana Atef Early Tuesday, the 2025 American Music Awards took place at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas and hosted by Jennifer Lopez, celebrated a diverse array of musical talents across genres. Jennifer Lopez performed 'APT.' by #ROSÉ & Bruno Mars at the AMAs 2025! #AMAs2025 #AMAs — Blinks United (@blinksunitedtwt) May 27, 2025 Billie Eilish dominated the evening by winning all awards that were nominated, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for Hit Me Hard and Soft, and Song of the Year for 'Birds of a Feather' . Bilie Eilish was the biggest winner at the 2025 #AMAs with 7 awards won. Artist of the Year Album of the Year Favorite Female Pop Artist Favorite Pop Album Song of the Year Favorite Pop Song Favorite Touring Artist — Mr. Pop (@MrPopOfficial) May 27, 2025 Moreover, iconic pop star Janet Jackson was honored with the ICON Award, while Rod Stewart received the Lifetime Achievement Award . Janet Jackson, 2025 AMA Icon Award 'The one thing that I hope for, that I've been an inspiration to others, and to artists, to follow their dreams and succeed' 🥹 #AMAs — CatDance (@academiccatt) May 27, 2025 In the Latin categories, Bad Bunny won Best Latin Artist and Best Latin Album for Debí Tirar Más Fotos, Becky G was named Best Female Latin Artist, and Shakira took home Favorite Latin Song . Benson Boone does a flip offstage at the American Music Awards #AMAs #AMAs2025 — EXM (@officialexm) May 27, 2025 Beyoncé won Best Female Country Artist, reflecting her genre-crossing success with Cowboy Carter . Despite being nominated for six awards, Taylor Swift did not attend the ceremony and did not win any awards . Although, her fans made heavy speculations about the possibility of announcing her Taylor Versions for Reputation and her debut album. Earlier in March, during the iHeartRadio Music Awards, Swift accepted the "Tour of the Century" award via a pre-recorded message. In the video, she wore a snake necklace, a symbol heavily associated with her Reputation era, leading fans to believe she was hinting at the upcoming re-recording . Furthermore, the part about Reputation in the Eras Tour book started at page 62 and Reputation is Swift's fifth album. So, with the mirrorball effect, 26/5 should be the date of announcing Reputation TV. While no official announcement has been made, the combination of symbolic gestures and legal movements suggests that Reputation (Taylor's Version) may be on the horizon. Regarding the full list of winners, they are as follows: General Categories Artist of the Year: Billie Eilish Album of the Year: Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish Song of the Year: 'Birds of a Feather' – Billie Eilish New Artist of the Year: Gracie Abrams Collaboration of the Year: Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars Favorite Music Video: Lady Gaga & Bruno Mars Social Song of the Year: 'Anxiety' – Doechii ICON Award: Janet Jackson Lifetime Achievement Award: Rod Stewart Veterans Voice Award: Zac Brown Pop Favorite Pop Album: Hit Me Hard and Soft – Billie Eilish Favorite Female Pop Artist: Billie Eilish Favorite Male Pop Artist: Post Malone Favorite Pop Duo/Group: RM (BTS) Rock Favorite Rock Artist: Foo Fighters Favorite Rock Song: 'Rescue Me' – Thirty Seconds to Mars R&B Favorite R&B Artist: SZA Favorite R&B Song: 'Saturn' – SZA Hip-Hop Favorite Male Hip-Hop Artist: Eminem Favorite Female Hip-Hop Artist: Megan Thee Stallion Favorite Hip-Hop Song: 'Not Like Us' – Kendrick Lamar Country Favorite Female Country Artist: Beyoncé Favorite Male Country Artist: Post Malone Favorite Country Album: Cowboy Carter – Beyoncé Favorite Country Song: 'I Had Some Help' – Post Malone ft. Morgan Wallen Houston Chronicle Latin Favorite Latin Artist: Bad Bunny Favorite Female Latin Artist: Becky G Favorite Latin Album: Debí Tirar Más Fotos – Bad Bunny Favorite Latin Song: 'Acróstico' – Shakira Global & K-Pop Favorite K-Pop Artist: RM (BTS) Favorite Afrobeats Artist: Burna Boy Dance/Electronic Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist: Lady Gaga The 'Die With A Smile' team ( @ladygaga & @BrunoMars ) are the second most awarded artists at the #AMAs 2025 with 3 wins each. 🏆 Collaboration Of The Year 🏆 Favorite Music Video 🏆 Favorite Male Pop Artist 🏆 Favorite Dance/Electronic Artist — Demitri Yair (@Demitri_YR) May 27, 2025 read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
