Celebrities turned heads in shimmering gowns, flowing trains, dramatic accent pieces and others stunning wardrobes as they arrived at the 2026 American Music Awards on Monday evening (May 26). The show took place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Grammy-winning artist Queen Latifah is hosting the star-studded, genre-spanning show, which celebrates the most iconic, pop culture-defining moments throughout the year. The 2026 AMAs will feature can't-miss performances by Karol G, KATSYE, sombr, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor, Billy Idol, Hootie & the Blowfish, New Kids on the Block, The Pussycat Dolls and Busta Rhymes, Keith Urban and more. Some of the artists nominated for the highest honors of the evening include Bad Bunny, Bruno Mars, BTS, Harry Styles, Justin Bieber, Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Morgan Wallen, Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift and others. Check back with iHeartRadio for a live-updated list of winners throughout the evening (winners were determined via fan voting).

Viewers can catch the AMAs live on CBS or streaming live on Paramount+ with a premium subscription. The show is kicking off at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Scroll below to see photos of some of the most glamorous fashion on the 2026 AMAs red carpet.

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