2026 American Music Awards Red Carpet: Best Photos
The 2026 American Music Awards took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, showcasing a variety of stunning red carpet looks from music's biggest stars. Taylor Swift led the nominations with eight, while Queen Latifah returned as the host for the event. Performers included BTS, Karol G, and Billy Idol, who received a lifetime achievement award.
- ▪The 52nd American Music Awards were held on May 25, 2026.
- ▪Taylor Swift had the most nominations with eight and a total of 40 wins.
- ▪Queen Latifah hosted the ceremony, marking her return to the event.
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| Original publisher | Billboard |
| Canonical URL | https://www.billboard.com/photos/amas-red-carpet-2026-best-dressed-1236256297/ |
| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 00:59:53 +0000 |
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Karol G at The 52nd American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Christopher Polk Trending on Billboard if ( !window.pmc.harmony?.isEventAdScheduledTime() ) { pmcCnx.cmd.push(function() { pmcCnx({ settings: { plugins: { pmcAtlasMG: { iabPlcmt: 2, } } }, playerId: '4057afa6-846b-4276-bc63-a9cf3a8aa1ed', playlistId: 'b7dab6e5-7a62-4df1-b1f4-3cfa99eea709', }).render("connatix_contextual_player_div"); }); } else { // This should only be get called when page cache is not cleared and it's event time. window.pmc.harmony?.switchToHarmonyPlayer(); } Some of music’s biggest stars descended upon the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Memorial Day Monday (May 25), showing off their best looks on the red carpet at the 2026 American Music Awards.
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