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  1. AMAs 2011: Nicki Minaj Gives Electric Performance with David Guetta

    AMAs 2011: Nicki Minaj Gives Electric Performance with David Guetta

    7:07 pm PST 11/20/2011
    • Jane Kellogg
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    Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez sang along to “Super Bass” from the audience at the 39th annual show. READ MORE

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  2. AMAs 2011: Justin Bieber Brings Christmas Spirit (Video)

    AMAs 2011: Justin Bieber Brings Christmas Spirit (Video)

    6:32 pm PST 11/20/2011
    • Jane Kellogg
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    The singer performed “Mistletoe” off his new Christmas album. READ MORE

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  3. AMAs 2011: The Red Carpet Arrivals

    AMAs 2011: The Red Carpet Arrivals

    6:14 pm PST 11/20/2011
    • Rebecca Ford
    • Philiana Ng
    • Chris Godley
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    The 39th annual American Music Awards took place Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Nokia Theatre. Before the performance-heavy show, music's biggest stars -- from Justin Bieber to Katy Perry and Taylor Swift -- walked the carpet on a rainy Los Angeles afternoon. READ MORE

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  4. AMAs 2011: Taylor Swift Wins Entertainer of the Year; Adele Scores Favorite Album; Bruno Mars Upsets Justin Bieber

    AMAs 2011: Taylor Swift Wins Entertainer of the Year; Adele Scores Favorite Album; Bruno Mars Upsets Justin Bieber

    5:21 pm PST 11/20/2011
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    UPDATED: The country singer took home three trophies Sunday night; other big winners included Nicki Minaj, Adele, Lady Antebellum, Maroon 5, Rihanna, Beyonce, Bruno Mars and Katy Perry, who was surprised with a special award of achievement. READ MORE

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  5. AMAs 2011: Musicians to Gather in Support of Occupy Wall Street

    AMAs 2011: Musicians to Gather in Support of Occupy Wall Street

    3:50 pm PST 11/20/2011
    • THR Staff
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    Members of the occupations, along with several music artists, will hold a discussion about the movement's relationship to the entertainment community after the awards show. READ MORE

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  6. American Music Awards 2011: The Nominees

    American Music Awards 2011: The Nominees

    11:04 am PST 11/20/2011
    • Rebecca Ford
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    The 2011 American Music Awards will take place on Sunday, Nov. 20, at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. Adele leads with four noms, and Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Taylor Swift and Lil Wayne follow with three each. READ MORE

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  7. Fash Track
    AMAs 2011: Inside Hot Chelle Rae's Red Carpet Style Meeting

    AMAs 2011: Inside Hot Chelle Rae's Red Carpet Style Meeting

    6:00 am PST 11/20/2011
    • Shirley Halperin
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    UPDATED: The Best New Artist contenders talked fashion with THR as they planned their looks for Sunday's "American Music Awards." READ MORE

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  8. Chris Brown, Adam Lambert and a $500,000 Performance: AMAs EP on What to Expect Sunday

    Chris Brown, Adam Lambert and a $500,000 Performance: AMAs EP on What to Expect Sunday

    10:21 pm PST 11/19/2011
    • Shirley Halperin
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    In an interview with THR on the eve of the "American Music Awards," executive producer Larry Klein talks pricey productions and controversial figures. Plus: will the stage be able to handle Nicki Minaj and David Guetta's opening number? READ MORE

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  9. Watch Video American Music Awards: Lance Bass, Sarah Hyland Sound Off on Red Carpet Pre-Show (Video)

    American Music Awards: Lance Bass, Sarah Hyland Sound Off on Red Carpet Pre-Show (Video)

    1:40 am PST 11/19/2011
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The singer and actress tell THR who they're pulling for to take home some hardware during Sunday's broadcast. READ MORE

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  10. Watch Video Adam Lambert Returns to 2011 AMAs as Presenter; Producer Says He 'Was Never Banned'

    Adam Lambert Returns to 2011 AMAs as Presenter; Producer Says He 'Was Never Banned'

    12:24 am PST 11/19/2011
    • Shirley Halperin
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    Two years after sparking a wave of controversy with a same-sex mid-performance kiss, the "American Idol" runner-up will be back on the ABC show’s stage. READ MORE

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  11. 2011 American Music Awards: Daughtry to Perform, Avril Lavigne to Present

    2011 American Music Awards: Daughtry to Perform, Avril Lavigne to Present

    5:30 am PST 11/15/2011
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    Hot Chelle Rae, nominated for Sprint New Artist of the Year, will also play the official pre-show. Slated for the AMAs main stage: Justin Bieber, Jennifer Lopez, Kelly Clarkson and Nicki Minaj, among others. READ MORE

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  12. Nicki Minaj, David Guetta to Open American Music Awards

    Nicki Minaj, David Guetta to Open American Music Awards

    8:31 pm PST 11/10/2011
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    The two will likely perform their collaboration, "Where Them Girls At?" READ MORE

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  13. Chris Brown, Marc Anthony, LMFAO Added to American Music Awards Lineup

    Chris Brown, Marc Anthony, LMFAO Added to American Music Awards Lineup

    12:25 pm PDT 11/1/2011
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The trio joins an impressive list of previously announced performers, including Christina Aguilera, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and more. READ MORE

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  14. Justin Bieber, Christina Aguilera, Maroon 5, Others to Perform At 2011 American Music Awards

    Justin Bieber, Christina Aguilera, Maroon 5, Others to Perform At 2011 American Music Awards

    12:18 pm PDT 10/24/2011
    • Lauren Schutte
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    The show, which will air at 8 p.m. on ABC Nov. 20, will also feature songs from Mary J. Blige, Kelly Clarkson, Katy Perry and Pitbull. READ MORE

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  15. Watch Video Justin Timberlake Will 'Definitely' Return to Music, Says Lance Bass (Video)

    Justin Timberlake Will 'Definitely' Return to Music, Says Lance Bass (Video)

    4:21 pm PDT 10/11/2011
    • Sophie Schillaci
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    The former ‘N Sync member spoke with THR at the American Music Awards nominations announcement. READ MORE

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  16. VIDEO: Lance Bass on Justin Timberlake's Return to Music

    2:35 pm PDT 10/11/2011
    • David Simpson
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    From the American Music Awards nominees announcement we ask former 'N Sync performer Lance Bass if he thinks Justin Timberlake will continue with his movie career or return to music. READ MORE

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  17. VIDEO: Nicki Minaj and Pitbull Reveal the 2011 AMA Nominees

    2:12 pm PDT 10/11/2011
    • David Simpson
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    Nicki Minaj and Pitbull read out the 2011 American Music Awards nominees including Artist of the Year nominees Adele, Lady Gaga, Lil Wayne, Katy Perry and Taylor Swift. READ MORE

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  18. 'Harry Potter' Franchise to Receive BAFTA Honor

    'Harry Potter' Franchise to Receive BAFTA Honor

    3:41 am PST 2/3/2011
    • Stuart Kemp
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    The British Academy of Film and Television Arts is giving the series an award for Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema. READ MORE

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  19. The Race
    Oscar Smackdown: John Battsek vs. John Battsek

    Oscar Smackdown: John Battsek vs. John Battsek

    12:44 pm PST 1/15/2011
    • Tim Appelo
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    Backing two Oscar hopefuls is "a lovely problem to have," says producer. READ MORE

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  20. Justin Bieber Tops American Music Awards

    8:16 pm PST 11/21/2010
    • Kimberly Nordyke
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    The 16-year-old singer won four statues at Sunday's show, including artist of the year. READ MORE

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    The nominees and presenters at Sunday's ceremony confess which hit singles of the last year they wish were theirs.

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