Sunday 20 November 2022 11:20 PM AMAs 2022: Stars hit the red carpet ahead of ceremony trends now
Songstress Pink and supermodel Joan Smalls led the stars hitting the red carpet ahead of the 2022 American Music Awards Microsoft Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on Sunday.
The Who Knew hitmaker, 43, who is due to make her debut live performance of new single Never Gonna Not Wanna Dance Again at the ceremony, showcased her toned legs in a yellow and black glittering fringed gown.
She accentuated her toned legs in strappy heels and flashed her numerous tattoos.
Wow: Songstress Pink and supermodel Joan Smalls led the stars hitting the red carpet ahead of the 2022 American Music Awards Microsoft Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles on Sunday
The star wore her platinum crop slicked to the side and sported feline flicks of liner and nude lipstick.
She was joined by husband Carey Hart, 47, and their children Willow, 11 and Jameson, five - who looked adorable in matching black outfits
The star hilariously revealed Carey had split his trousers before the red carpet, but he cut a dapper figure in a black suit.
Joan, 34, flashed her incredible legs in a shimmering gold gown with a very high split which flashed her lingerie as she posed.
Family affair: Pink was joined by husband Carey Hart, 47, and their children Willow, 11 and Jameson, five
Pose: She posed with musician Brent Faiyaz, who she starred alongside in music video, All Mine
The gown boasted cut-outs on the side and a sweeping skirt, and was paired with towering gold heels.
Her tresses were styled sleek and straight and she sported smoky eye make-up.
She posed with musician Brent Faiyaz, who she starred alongside in music video, All Mine.
Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny landed the most nominations at this year's American Music Awards.
He leads fellow rapper Drake and pop superstars Beyonce and Taylor Swift on the list of contenders.
Bad Bunny received a total of eight AMA nominations and will compete for artist of the year against British singers Adele and Harry Styles and Canadian musician The Weeknd.
Drake, Beyonce and Swift also are in the running for artist of the year and received six nominations each.
The nominations are based on performances on the Billboard music charts, streaming and album sales, radio play and social media engagement.
Winners will be determined by fan votes and announced at the ceremony at Microsoft Theater at L.A. LIVE in Los Angeles.
Bad Bunny's other nods included favorite male pop artist, favorite music video and favorite touring artist.
The singer set a record this year for the highest-grossing tour by a Latin artist in history. His album 'Un Verano Sin Ti' just topped the Billboard charts for a 13th week.
On top: Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny leads the nominations for this year's American Music Awards. Seen in September
Bey is on the list: He leads fellow rapper Drake and pop superstars Beyonce and Taylor Swift on the list of contenders
If Bad Bunny wins all eight awards he is eligible for, he would tie 1980s superstars Michael Jackson and Whitney Houston for the most AMA wins in a single year.
Organizers added a category this year for favorite K-pop artist. Contenders are BTS, BLACKPINK, SEVENTEEN, Tomorrow X Together and Twice.
First-time AMA nominees included rapper Jack Harlow, K-pop band BLACKPINK and Scandinavian DJ group Swedish House Mafia.
In country music categories, Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs and Morgan Wallen are among the nominees for favorite male country artist.
Carrie Underwood, Maren Morris and Miranda Lambert will compete for favorite female country artist.
Pink is set to honor the late Olivia Newton–John with a musical performance at the show.
The performance in Newton–John's memory follows her death at age 73 in August from a years-long battle with breast cancer.
The beloved British–Australian singer and actress had a lengthy association with the award show.
She co-hosted the ceremony with Aretha Franklin and Glen Campbell in 1976, two years before her success in films spread to the US with her role in 1978's Grease.
Newton–John was also presented with 10 AMAs during her lengthy career.
Pink (real name: Alecia Moore) was previously announced as a performer at the AMAs, and her tribute number will be her second performance of the evening.
The hitmaker is also scheduled to give her new single Never Gonna Not Dance Again its live performance debut.
Lionel Richie will also be honored at the ceremony, where he is set to receive the Icon Award.
Stevie Wonder will be leading the performance for his contemporary, while Charlie Puth and Ari Lennox will be joining the keyboard virtuoso for a medley of Richie's most popular material.
The ceremony, which is being hosted by Wayne Brady, was previously announced to have performances from Carrie Underwood, Imagine Dragons, JID, and Yola, among others.
Bebe Rexha and David Guetta will be performing their hit I’m Good
