Sunday 22 May 2016

Ciara, Britney Spears, Keke Palmer and Meghan Trainor arrive at 2016 Billboard Music Awards

Silver siren! Ciara puts on a side show in slinky metallic gown as she leads celebrity arrivals at 2016 Billboard Music Awards 

There was no shortage of glamour on the 2016 Billboard Music Awards red carpet.
The ceremony held in Las Vegas made room for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Madonna, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and Britney Spears to name but a few.
One of those stars was Ciara, 30, who looked incredible as she arrived in a slinky metallic dress by Philipp Plein.
Wow-factor! Ciara stole the show as she arrived at the Billboard Music Awards in a slinky silver dress on Sunday night
Wow-factor! Ciara stole the show as she arrived at the Billboard Music Awards in a slinky silver dress on Sunday night
Statuesque stunner: The 30-year-old singer showed off lots of leg with a thigh-high slit and a glimpse of side-boob
Statuesque stunner: The 30-year-old singer showed off lots of leg with a thigh-high slit and a glimpse of side-boob
Statuesque stunner: The 30-year-old singer showed off lots of leg with a thigh-high slit and a glimpse of side-boob
Statuesque stunner: The 30-year-old singer showed off lots of leg with a thigh-high slit and a glimpse of side-boob
Revealing display: The Like A Boy hitmaker's Philipp Plein dress skimmed over her curves 
Revealing display: The Like A Boy hitmaker's Philipp Plein dress skimmed over her curves 
She showed off a hint of tantalizing side-boob and wore her brunette locks in a chic up'do with blunt fringe.
A sexy thigh-high slit showed off her long legs and she added the finishing touch with some silver ankle-strap stilettos. 
The beauty, who is engaged to NFL star Russell Wilson, was joined by her beau on the pink hued carpet.
It was a perfect look for the songstress who will be hosting the show at T-Mobile Arena alongside Ludacris. 
Amazing from all angles: Ciara wore her brunette locks in a simple bun with blunt fringe
Amazing from all angles: Ciara wore her brunette locks in a simple bun with blunt fringe
Amazing from all angles: Ciara wore her brunette locks in a simple bun with blunt fringe
Date night: The beauty, who is engaged to NFL star Russell Wilson, was joined by her beau on the pink hued carpet.
Date night: The beauty, who is engaged to NFL star Russell Wilson, was joined by her beau on the pink hued carpet.
Hot stuff! Britney Spears made sure all eyes were on her as she arrived in a racy black look 
Hot stuff! Britney Spears made sure all eyes were on her as she arrived in a racy black look 
Dancer's physique: The 34-year-old star looked absolutely amazing as she showed off her toned and tanned legs
Dancer's physique: The 34-year-old star looked absolutely amazing as she showed off her toned and tanned legs
Dancer's physique: The 34-year-old star looked absolutely amazing as she showed off her toned and tanned legs
Britney Spears, who's performing a medley of her hits at the event, made sure all eyes were on her as she arrived in a black lace bodysuit and mesh thigh-high boots.
The 34-year-old star looked absolutely amazing as she showed off her toned and tan legs.
Her long blonde locks fell in thick tousled waves and she sported smokey eyes and nude lippy.
The Toxic hitmaker will accept the Millennium Award during the evening. 
Celebs gathered on Sunday night at the T-Mobile Arena to toast another year in chart-topping music as they were honoured by Billboard's magazine and music popularity chart. 
The Weeknd topped the list of nominees at this year's award show with nods in 16 categories.
He was up for awards including Top Artist, Top Male Artist, Top R&B Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album and Top R&B Album.
The singer - whose real name is Abel Tesfaye - also has three tracks in the Top R&B song shortlist category and has been nominated twice for Top Hot 100 Song.
Lovely in latex: Keke Palmer showed off her fabulous figure in an oh-so-tight pencil dress in plum
Lovely in latex: Keke Palmer showed off her fabulous figure in an oh-so-tight pencil dress in plum
Lovely in latex: Keke Palmer showed off her fabulous figure in an oh-so-tight pencil dress in plum
Lovely in latex: Keke Palmer showed off her fabulous figure in an oh-so-tight pencil dress in plum
Red carpet style: Songstress Idina Menzel opted for a stylish little black dress
Red carpet style: Songstress Idina Menzel opted for a stylish little black dress
Red carpet style: Songstress Idina Menzel opted for a stylish little black dress
Justin Bieber has been nominated 12 times in 11 categories, Drake and Fetty Wap have received 11 nods each in 10 categories, while Taylor Swift and Adele are both finalists for eight awards.
David Bowie, who died in January, received a posthumous nomination for his final album Blackstar.
He will compete against Coldplay's A Head Full Of Dreams, Mumford & Sons' Wilder Mind, Alabama Shakes' Sound & Colour and twenty one pilots' Blurryface for Top Rock Album.
One Direction - who are currently on an indefinite hiatus - have received only two nods; Best Group/Duo and Best Touring Act, with their album Made in the AM, failing to pick up any nominations.
Meanwhile, the Material Girl paid tribute to The Purple One with a live performance at the Billboard Music Awards. 
Prince was found dead on April 21 in his suburban Minneapolis home at age 57. And Madonna continued the train of celebrity homages to the beloved musician.
Buttoned up: Singers Seal and Shawn Mendes were definitely red carpet ready in their smart looks
Buttoned up: Singers Seal and Shawn Mendes were definitely red carpet ready in their smart looks
Buttoned up: Singers Seal and Shawn Mendes were definitely red carpet ready in their smart looks
Stars in sequins: Reality star JoJo Fletcher and songstress Meghan Trainor were ready to party in shimmering frocks
Stars in sequins: Reality star JoJo Fletcher and songstress Meghan Trainor were ready to party in shimmering frocks
Stars in sequins: Reality star JoJo Fletcher and songstress Meghan Trainor were ready to party in shimmering frocks
Prince performed at the 2013 Billboard Awards, where he received the icon award. 
But another highly touted performance won't be happening. Kesha, who was readying a live performance at Billboard Music Awards, is no longer performing at the show.
Dick Clark productions said in a statement earlier in the week that Kesha initially accepted its invitation to perform at the show and 'received written approval from Dr. Luke's record label, Kemosabe Records.' But the label 'rescinded its approval following a media report on Wednesday May 11th,' the statement continued.
Loving his look: Steven Tyler showed off some awesome poses as he made his entrance
Loving his look: Steven Tyler showed off some awesome poses as he made his entrance
Loving his look: Steven Tyler showed off some awesome poses as he made his entrance
Shining stars: Singer Rachel Platten looked chic in stripes while actress Laura Marano shimmered in a mini dress
Shining stars: Singer Rachel Platten looked chic in stripes while actress Laura Marano shimmered in a mini dress
Shining stars: Singer Rachel Platten looked chic in stripes while actress Laura Marano shimmered in a mini dress
Laid back vibes: Rocker Pete Wentz wore ripped denim for a casual look on the pink carpet
Laid back vibes: Rocker Pete Wentz wore ripped denim for a casual look on the pink carpet
Keeping her personal space: Singer Z LaLa opted for something a little avant-garde with a crazy wig
Keeping her personal space: Singer Z LaLa opted for something a little avant-garde with a crazy wig
Sparkles: E! host Sibley Scoles wore a sheer black gown with strategically placed gems
Sparkles: E! host Sibley Scoles wore a sheer black gown with strategically placed gems
Sparkles: E! host Sibley Scoles wore a sheer black gown with strategically placed gems
Sparkles: E! host Sibley Scoles wore a sheer black gown with strategically placed gems 
Dr. Luke and Kesha have been at war since she accused of him of drugging, sexually abusing and emotionally tormenting her. She is signed to his record label and they co-wrote many of her hits together, including Tik Tok and We R Who We R. The New York Daily News reported that she planned to take swipes at Dr. Luke during her performance.
Representatives for Dr. Luke and Kesha did not immediately respond to requests for comment. 
Kesha has accused Dr Luke of sexually abusing her. The producer has denied all allegations. 

2016 Billboard Music Awards Nominees

Top Artist:
Adele
Justin Bieber
Drake
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

Top New Artist:
Fetty Wap
OMI
Charlie Puth
Silentó
Bryson Tiller

Top Male Artist:
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
Ed Sheeran
The Weeknd

Top Female Artist:
Adele
Selena Gomez
Ariana Grande
Rihanna
Taylor Swift

Top Duo/Group:
Maroon 5
One Direction
twenty one pilots
The Rolling Stones
U2

Top Billboard 200 Artist:
Adele
Justin Bieber
Drake
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

Top Hot 100 Artist:
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

Top Song Sales Artist:
Adele
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
The Weeknd

Top Radio Songs Artist:
Justin Bieber
Ellie Goulding
Ed Sheeran
Taylor Swift
The Weeknd

Top Streaming Songs Artist:
Justin Bieber
Drake
Fetty Wap
Silentó
The Weeknd

Top Social Media Artist:
Justin Bieber
Selena Gomez
Ariana Grande
Demi Lovato
Taylor Swift

Top Touring Artist:
Madonna
One Direction
The Rolling Stones
Taylor Swift
U2

Top R&B Artist:
Chris Brown
Jeremih
Rihanna
Bryson Tiller
The Weeknd

Top Rap Artist:
Drake
Fetty Wap
Future
Wiz Khalifa
Silentó

Top Country Artist:
Zac Brown Band
Luke Bryan
Sam Hunt
Chris Stapleton
Carrie Underwood

Top Rock Artist:
Fall Out Boy
Elle King
twenty one pilots
Walk the Moon
X Ambassadors

Top Latin Artist:
Banda Sinaloense MS De Sergio Lizárraga
Juan Gabriel
Nicky Jam
Ariel Camacho y Los Plebes del Rancho
Romeo Santos

Top Dance/Electronic Artist:
The Chainsmokers
DJ Snake
David Guetta
Major Lazer
Zedd

Top Christian Artist:
Casting Crowns
Lauren Daigle
Hillsong United
MercyMe
Chris Tomlin

Top Gospel Artist:
Anthony Brown and group therAPy
Tasha Cobbs
Kirk Franklin
Travis Greene
Marvin Sapp

Top Billboard 200 Album:
Adele, 25
Justin Bieber, Purpose
Ed Sheeran, x
Taylor Swift, 1989
The Weeknd, Beauty Behind The Madness


Top Soundtrack:
Empire: Original Soundtrack from Season 1
Fifty Shades of Grey
Furious 7
Guardians of the Galaxy: Awesome Mix Vol. 1
Pitch Perfect 2

 Top R&B Album:
Chris Brown, Royalty
Rihanna, Anti
Bryson Tiller, T R A P S O U L
Tyrese, Black Rose
The Weeknd, Beauty Behind The Madness

Top Rap Album:
Drake, If You're Reading This It's Too Late
Drake & Future, What A Time To Be Alive
Dr. Dre, Compton
Kendrick Lamar, To Pimp A Butterfly
Meek Mill, Dreams Worth More Than Money

Top Country Album:
Chris Stapleton, Traveller
Luke Bryan, Kill The Lights
Sam Hunt, Montevallo
Zac Brown Band, Jekyll + Hyde
Carrie Underwood, Storyteller

Top Rock Album:
Alabama Shakes, Sound & Color
David Bowie, Blackstar
Coldplay, A Head Full Of Dreams
Mumford & Sons, Wilder Mind
twenty one pilots, Blurryface

Top Latin Album:
Juan Gabriel, Los Dúo
Juan Gabriel, Mis Número 1…40 Aniversario
Mana, Cama Incendiada
Gerardo Ortiz, Hoy Más Fuerte
Romeo Santos, Formula, Vol. 2

Top Dance/Electronic Album:
David Guetta, Listen
Major Lazer, Peace Is The Mission
ODESZA, In Return
Skrillex & Diplo, Skrillex and Diplo Present Jack Ü
Zedd, True Colors

Top Christian Album:
Lauren Daigle, How Can It Be
Hillsong UNITED, Empires
Joey + Rory, Hymns That Are Important To Us
TobyMac, This Is Not A Test
Chris Tomlin, Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship

Top Gospel Album:
Anthony Brown & group therAPy, Everyday Jesus
Tasha Cobbs, One Place Live
Kirk Franklin, Losing My Religion
Jonathan McReynolds, Life Music: Stage Two
Marvin Sapp, You Shall Live

Top Hot 100 Song:
Adele, Hello
Fetty Wap, Trap Queen
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, See You Again
The Weeknd, Can't Feel My Face
The Weeknd, The Hills

Top Selling Song:
Adele, Hello
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, See You Again
OMI, Cheerleader
Rachel Platten, Fight Song
The Weeknd, The Hills

Top Radio Song:
Adele, Hello
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, See You Again
Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars, Uptown Funk!
Walk the Moon, Shut Up And Dance
The Weeknd, Can't Feel My Face

Top Streaming Song (Audio):
Justin Bieber, Sorry
Justin Bieber, What Do You Mean
Fetty Wap, Trap Queen
The Weeknd, The Hills
Drake, Hotline Bling

Top Streaming Song (Video):
Fetty Wap, Trap Queen
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, See You Again
Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars, Uptown Funk!
Silentó, Watch Me
The Weeknd, The Hills

Top R&B Song:
Alessia Cara, Here
Omarion Featuring Chris Brown & Jhene Aiko, Post To Be
The Weeknd, Can't Feel My Face
The Weeknd, Earned It (Fifty Shades of Grey)
The Weeknd, The Hills

Top Rap Song:
Drake, Hotline Bling
Fetty Wap, Trap Queen
Fetty Wap, 679 feat. Remy Boyz
Silentó, Watch Me
Wiz Khalifa ft. Charlie Puth, See You Again

Top Country Song:
Sam Hunt, Break Up In A Small Town
Sam Hunt, Take Your Time
Little Big Town, Girl Crush
Thomas Rhett, Die A Happy Man
Chris Young, I'm Comin' Over

Top Rock Song:
Fall Out Boy, Uma Thurman
Elle King, Ex's & Oh's
twenty one pilots, Stressed Out
Walk the Moon, Shut Up And Dance
X Ambassadors, Renegades

Top Latin Song:
J Balvin, Ginza
Ariel Camacho y Los Plebes del Rancho, Te Metiste
Nicky Jam & Enrique Iglesias, El Perdon
Maluma, Borro Cassette
Romeo Santos, Propuesta Indecente

Top Dance/Electronic Song:
The Chainsmokers Featuring ROZES, Roses
DJ Snake & AlunaGeorge, You Know You Like It
David Guetta feat. Nicki Minaj, Bebe Rexha & Afrojack, Hey Mama
Major Lazer & DJ Snake Featuring MØ, Lean On
Skrillex & Diplo, Where Are Ü Now with Justin Bieber

Top Christian Song:
Hillsong UNITED, Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)
Hillsong UNITED, Touch The Sky
MercyMe, Flawless
NEEDTOBREATHE Featuring Gavin DeGraw, Brother
Chris Tomlin, Good Good Father

Top Gospel Song:
Anthony Brown and group therAPy, Worth
Erica Campbell feat. Big Shizz, I Luh God
Kirk Franklin, Wanna Be Happy?
Travis Greene, Intentional
Brian Courtney Wilson, Worth Fighting For





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