Selena Gomez at American Music Awards in Los Angeles

Some of the biggest names in music gathered on Sunday night for the 2017 American Music Awards.

A host of stars lit up the red carpet at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles including Selena Gomez, who debuted her newly dyed blonde hair.

The 25-year-old singer, who unveiled her lighter locks at the Sunday awards show, flaunted her legs in an edgy black and silver leather dress.

Wow: A host of stars lit up the red carpet at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles including Selena Gomez, who debuted her new blonde hair

The Heart Wants What It Wants songstress stepped on the carpet in a fitted leather dress, featuring a zippered accent as well as star embellishments.

Selena, a natural brunette, showed off her surprising new hair color as she walked the red carpet.

The actress wore her new tresses loose and with a deep side part, with her her dazzling diamond earrings on display.

Selena – who recently rekindled her romance with Justin Bieber – is set to be performing for the first time since undergoing a kidney transplant.

Va va voom: Selena - who recently rekindled her romance with Justin Bieber - is set to be performing for the first time since undergoing a kidney transplant

Va va voom: Selena - who recently rekindled her romance with Justin Bieber - is set to be performing for the first time since undergoing a kidney transplant

Va va voom: Selena – who recently rekindled her romance with Justin Bieber – is set to be performing for the first time since undergoing a kidney transplant

Flawless: The 25-year-old singer, who is a natural brunette, paired the edgy hair color with a fitted leather dress and pink lips

Flawless: The 25-year-old singer, who is a natural brunette, paired the edgy hair color with a fitted leather dress and pink lips

The former Disney star, who took home the award for favorite female artist in 2016, will be singing her new single Wolves.

Actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld had the same idea as Selena, opting for a plunging black leather bralette.

The 20-year-old artist layered a structured black blazer, adding tailored trousers and slicked back hair.

Turning heads: Actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld had the same idea as Selena, opting for a plunging black leather bralette

Turning heads: Actress and singer Hailee Steinfeld had the same idea as Selena, opting for a plunging black leather bralette

Pregnant Jessie James Decker put her growing baby bump on display in the glamorous frock for the music extravaganza.

Jessie, who is married to NFL star Eric Decker, styled the off-the-shoulder number with sky-high metallic heels.

Giddy: Selena, a natural brunette showed off her surprising new hair color as she walked the red carpet

Giddy: Selena, a natural brunette showed off her surprising new hair color as she walked the red carpet

The mother of two painted her full pout a pink hue, opting to wear her long ombre locks loose in large waves.

Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross is hosting the ceremony with mom Diana Ross performing during the evening as well as picking up the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Tracee, 45, arrived in a sequined burgundy frock, complete with long sleeves and a deep thigh slit; the actress complemented the turtleneck-style frock with red lipstick and coordinating velvet heels. 

goddess: Pregnant Jessie James Decker put her growing baby bump on display in the glamorous frock for awards show

Goddess: Pregnant Jessie James Decker put her growing baby bump on display in the glamorous frock for awards show

Goddess: Pregnant Jessie James Decker put her growing baby bump on display in the glamorous frock for awards show

Glowing: The country singer, 29, paired the off-the-shoulder dress with metallic Mary Jane heels and her long hair in waves

Glowing: The country singer, 29, paired the off-the-shoulder dress with metallic Mary Jane heels and her long hair in waves

The TV actress was joined on the carpet by her mother Diana as well as her younger brother, Evan Ross, his wife Ashlee Simpson, and their daughter Jagger Snow Ross. 

Bruno Mars leads the nominations with a total of eight nods.

The Uptown Funk hit maker is followed  by Ed Sheeran, Drake, the Chainsmokers, Kendrick Lamar and the Weeknd with five nominations each.

Here she is! Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross is hosting the ceremony with mom Diana Ross performing during the evening as well as picking up the Lifetime Achievement Award

Here she is! Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross is hosting the ceremony with mom Diana Ross performing during the evening as well as picking up the Lifetime Achievement Award

Here she is! Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross is hosting the ceremony with mom Diana Ross performing during the evening as well as picking up the Lifetime Achievement Award

Strike a pose: Tracee, 45, arrived in a sequined burgundy frock, complete with long sleeves and a deep thigh slit

Strike a pose: Tracee, 45, arrived in a sequined burgundy frock, complete with long sleeves and a deep thigh slit

 

Opening the show will be Pink and Kelly Clarkson, performing together for the first time ever.

So supportive: Diana Ross' son Evan Ross hit the red carpet with his wife Ashlee Simpson and their daughter Jagger Snow

So supportive: Diana Ross’ son Evan Ross hit the red carpet with his wife Ashlee Simpson and their daughter Jagger Snow

Happy family: Ashlee's son with ex husband Pete Wentz - Bronx Mowgli, eight, also posed on the carpet; (from l to r) Bronx, Evan, Ashlee and Jagger, two

Happy family: Ashlee’s son with ex husband Pete Wentz – Bronx Mowgli, eight, also posed on the carpet; (from l to r) Bronx, Evan, Ashlee and Jagger, two

Family: The TV actress was joined on the carpet by her mother Diana as well as her younger brother, Evan Ross, his wife Ashlee Simpson, and their daughter Jagger Snow Ross

Family: The TV actress was joined on the carpet by her mother Diana as well as her younger brother, Evan Ross, his wife Ashlee Simpson, and their daughter Jagger Snow Ross

Glittering: Kelly Clarkson wowed in her black and gold dress, adding sleek locks nd dark crimson colored lipstick

Glittering: Kelly Clarkson wowed in her black and gold dress, adding sleek locks nd dark crimson colored lipstick

The women will also have their own solo sets during the evening; Pink singing the title track from her Beautiful Trauma album and Clarkson performing a song from her Meaning of Life studio album.

Another highlight of the night will no doubt be Christina Aguilera’s performance.

The songstress will honor Whitney Houston with a Bodyguard tribute marking the movie’s 25th anniversary.

Nick Jonas, Niall Horan, Demi Lovato, Imagine Dragons and Lady Gaga are also set to perform during the evening.

Neutral: Erin Lim (l) and Keltie Knight (r) both chose strapless looks for the awards show, although they opted for different colors; the twosome paired their dress with statement making heels

Neutral: Erin Lim (l) and Keltie Knight (r) both chose strapless looks for the awards show, although they opted for different colors; the twosome paired their dress with statement making heels

Neutral: Erin Lim (l) and Keltie Knight (r) both chose strapless looks for the awards show, although they opted for different colors; the twosome paired their dress with statement making heels

Trendy: Both Renee Bargh (l) and Vampire Diaries actress Kat Graham (r) chose looks with asymmetrical accents on the skirt

Trendy: Both Renee Bargh (l) and Vampire Diaries actress Kat Graham (r) chose looks with asymmetrical accents on the skirt

Trendy: Both Renee Bargh (l) and Vampire Diaries actress Kat Graham (r) chose looks with asymmetrical accents on the skirt

According to the official AMAs website, the nomination process is based on ‘key fan interactions as reflected in Billboard magazine and on Billboard.com, including album and digital song sales, radio airplay, streaming, social activity, and touring,

‘These measurements are tracked by Billboard and its data partners, including Nielsen Music and Next Big Sound.’

The AMAs will be broadcast live on ABC at 8pm ET.

Turning heads: Bleona donned a racy silver bodysuit style dress, revealing her toned legs and her cleavage as well

Turning heads: Bleona donned a racy silver bodysuit style dress, revealing her toned legs and her cleavage as well

Turning heads: Bleona donned a racy silver bodysuit style dress, revealing her toned legs and her cleavage as well

Ravishing: Laura Marano stunned in her sequined red dress that had a low-cut neckline

Ravishing: Laura Marano stunned in her sequined red dress that had a low-cut neckline

Busy looks: Patrick Starrr made a statement in a lime green fringed look while TV host AJ Gibson went for a floral pattern

Busy looks: Patrick Starrr made a statement in a lime green fringed look while TV host AJ Gibson went for a floral pattern

Busy looks: Patrick Starrr made a statement in a lime green fringed look while TV host AJ Gibson went for a floral pattern

2017 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS NOMINATIONS

Artist of the Year

Bruno Mars

The Chainsmokers

Drake

Kendrick Lamar

Ed Sheeran

Favorite Male Pop/Rock Artist

Bruno Mars

Drake

Ed Sheeran

Favorite Female Pop/Rock Artist

Lady Gaga

Rihanna

Alessia Cara

Favorite Pop/Rock Duo or Group

Coldplay

The Chainsmokers

Imagine Dragons

Favorite Pop/Rock Album

The Weeknd Starboy

Bruno Mars 24K Magic

Drake More Life

Favorite Pop/Rock Song

‘Despacito’ Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee feat. Justin Bieber

‘Shape Of You’ Ed Sheeran

‘Closer’ The Chainsmokers feat. Halsey

New Artist of the Year

James Arthur

Niall Horan

Julia Michaels

Post Malone

Rae Sremmurd

Collaboration of the Year

The Chainsmokers featuring Halsey ‘Closer’

DJ Khaled featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper and Lil Wayne ‘I’m the One’

Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber ‘Despacito’

Maroon 5 featuring Kendrick Lamar ‘Don’t Wanna Know’

The Weeknd featuring Daft Punk ‘Starboy’

Tour of the Year

Garth Brooks

Coldplay

U2

Video of the Year

Bruno Mars ‘That’s What I Like’

Luis Fonsi featuring Daddy Yankee ‘Despacito’

Ed Sheeran ‘Shape of You’

Favorite Country Male Artist

Sam Hunt

Thomas Rhett

Keith Urban

Favorite Country Female Artist

Miranda Lambert

Maren Morris

Carrie Underwood

Favorite Country Duo or Group

Florida Georgia Line

Little Big Town

Old Dominion 

Favorite Country Album

Jason Aldean They Don’t Know

Chris Stapleton From A Room: Volume 1

Keith Urban Ripcord

Favorite Country Song

Sam Hunt ‘Body Like A Back Road’

Jon Pardi ‘Dirt On My Boots’

Keith Urban ‘Blue Ain’t Your Color’

Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist  

Drake

Kendrick Lamar

Migos

Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Album

Drake More Life

Kendrick Lamar DAMN

Migos Culture

Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Song

DJ Khaled featuring Justin Bieber, Quavo, Chance the Rapper and Lil Wayne ‘I’m the One’

Kendrick Lamar ‘HUMBLE.’

Rae Sremmurd featuring Gucci Mane ‘Black Beatles’

Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist

Bruno Mars

Childish Gambino

The Weeknd

Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist

Beyoncé

Kehlani

Rihanna

Favorite Soul/R&B Album

Bruno Mars ’24K Magic’

Childish Gambino ‘Awaken, My Love!’

The Weeknd ‘Starboy’

Favorite Soul/R&B Song

Bruno Mars ‘That’s What I Like’

Khalid ‘Location’

The Weeknd ‘Starboy’

Favorite Alternative Rock Artist

Imagine Dragons

Linkin Park

twenty one pilots

Favorite Electronic Dance Music Artist

The Chainsmokers

DJ Snake

Calvin Harris

Favorite Adult Contemporary Artist

Bruno Mars

Shawn Mendes

Ed Sheeran

Favorite Latin Artist

Daddy Yankee

Luis Fonsi

Shakira

Favorite Contemporary/Inspirational Artist

Lauren Daigle

MercyMe

Chris Tomlin    

Top Soundtrack

Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2: Awesome Mix Vol. 2

Moana

Trolls

 

 

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