Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson and Kate Hudson turn heads at American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special as they lead the stars in glamorous gowns
Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson and Kate Hudson led the stars at the American Music Awards 50th Anniversary Special on Sunday.
The transcendent trio modeled stunning, tight-fitting gowns as they made their grand arrivals on the red carpet at the L.A. Center Studios in Los Angeles.
Upon her arrival at the star-studded affair, Mariah Carey, 55, posed for stunning portraits as she showed off her glamorous look.
The songstress looked gorgeous as per usual in a cream-colored gown with a strapless, figure-hugging silhouette and black stripes running down the sides.
She styled her honey blonde tresses in voluminous, old Hollywood-inspired curls, which she swept to one side to frame her face.
Mariah Carey, 55, posed for stunning portraits as she arrived at the star-studded affair. The songstress looked gorgeous as per usual in a glamorous, cream-colored gown with a strapless, figure-hugging silhouette and black stripes running down the sides
Hudson donned a strapless, latex gown layered over a sheer top bedazzled with shimmering jewels and featuring tight, latex opera gloves, while Kate Hudson, 45, looked exquisite in a silvery, green moss-inspired halter dress as she walked the red carpet
She was bejeweled in a flashy diamond choker with a matching bracelet and dangling earrings.
For makeup, the Touch My Body hitmaker sported a sultry cat-eye with full, fluttering eyelashes and a glossy nude pout.
At the show, Carey will be performing hits off of The Emancipation of Mimi to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the multi-platinum album’s release.
EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson, 43, will be honoring the 22-time AMA winner Whitney Houston.
The singer arrived alongside Patricia Houston, the late music legend’s sister-in-law, close friend and her longtime manager.
Both of them coordinated in fabulous, all-black ensembles.
Hudson donned a strapless, latex gown layered over a sheer top bedazzled with shimmering jewels and featuring tight, latex opera gloves.
Her glamorous garb also featured a floor-sweeping train that trained behind her as she arrived on the red carpet.
Her glamorous garb also featured a floor-sweeping train that trained behind her as she arrived on the red carpet
The train of her dress was attached to the sleeves like a cape cascading down her back
She rocked a sultry, dark smoky eye makeup look
The singer arrived alongside Patricia Houston, the late music legend’s sister-in-law, close friend and her longtime manager. Both of them coordinated in fabulous, all-black ensembles
On the red carpet, Hudson shared a tender moment with Houston as they held each other’s hands ahead of the former’s tribute performance in honor of the late Whitney Houston
For her special appearance, the actress slicked back her hair into a sleek ponytail and rocked a sultry, dark smoky eye makeup look.
Kate Hudson, 45, looked exquisite in a silvery, green moss-inspired halter dress as she walked the red carpet.
The chic dress featured a mermaid-tail silhouette, which highlighted her fit physique.
Teamed with the eye-catching garment, she slicked back her long, blonde tresses for a edgy, wet look and rocked a shimmering, sultry eye look.
For makeup, she also wore rosy and peachy blush with a glossy, nude pink lip.
She accessorized with twisted, braided bangle bracelets teamed with a matching hoop earrings and a mesmerizing ring lined with dazzling diamonds.
On the red carpet, she posed alongside Chaka Khan, 71.
The Queen of Funk donned a edgy-chic, monochromatic brown ensemble featuring metallic chaps with a sheer, lace top with a mock neckline and long sleeves.
The chic dress featured a mermaid-tail silhouette, which highlighted her fit physique
She accessorized with twisted, braided bangle bracelets teamed with a matching hoop earrings and a mesmerizing ring lined with dazzling diamonds
Teamed with the eye-catching garment, she slicked back her long, blonde tresses for a edgy, wet look and rocked a shimmering, sultry eye look. For makeup, she also wore rosy and peachy blush with a glossy, nude pink lip
She sported black leather boots and accessorized with a metal accent, circular belt as well as vintage statement rings.
On the red carpet, Khan also posed for a photo alongside Sheila E., 66.
Together, the stylish duo will be performing on stage for the AMAs 50th Anniversary Special.
Lance Bass, 45, was also spotted on the red carpet and making his arrival in a dapper suit.
The singer and dancer, who rose to fame as one-fifth of *NSYNC, modeled a teal, tweed blazer with matching, baggy trousers and a black button-down.
On the red carpet, he was also seen posing with AJ McLean, 46.
The Backstreet Boys singer looked effortlessly stylish as he sported a black button-down covered in twinkling rhinestones, dark trousers and silver, glittering boots.
He accessorized with a pearl necklace and orange-tinted, marble-inspired sunglasses.
Changbin, Seungmin, I.N., Felix, Hyunjin, Lee Know and Bang Chan of Stray Kids were also spotted making their arrival on the star-studded red carpet while modeling coordinating, edgy-chic and all-black ensembles.
On the red carpet, she posed alongside Chaka Khan, 71. The Queen of Funk donned a edgy-chic, monochromatic brown ensemble featuring metallic chaps with a sheer, lace top with a mock neckline and long sleeves
She sported black leather boots and accessorized with a metal accent, circular belt as well as vintage statement rings
On the red carpet, Khan also posed for a photo alongside Sheila E., 66. Together, the stylish duo will be performing on stage for the AMAs 50th Anniversary Special
The 66-year-old musician looked incredible in a blazer layered over a lacy slip and patterned shorts
Lance Bass, 45, was also spotted on the red carpet and making his arrival in a dapper suit
The singer and dancer, who rose to fame as one-fifth of *NSYNC, modeled a teal, tweed blazer with matching, baggy trousers and a black button-down
On the red carpet, he was also seen posing with AJ McLean, 46
The Backstreet Boys singer looked effortlessly stylish as he sported a black button-down covered in twinkling rhinestones, dark trousers and silver, glittering boots
He accessorized with a pearl necklace and orange-tinted, marble-inspired sunglasses
Changbin, Seungmin, I.N., Felix, Hyunjin, Lee Know and Bang Chan of Stray Kids were also spotted making their arrival on the star-studded red carpet while modeling coordinating, edgy-chic and all-black ensembles
Cedric the Entertainer, 60, donned a powder pink suit with a black fedora and matching button-down. The stand-up comedian and actor also sported shiny, leather dress shoes to complete his dapper look
Cedric the Entertainer, 60, donned a powder pink suit with a black fedora and matching button-down.
The stand-up comedian and actor also sported shiny, leather dress shoes to complete his dapper look.
Gladys Knight, 80, was a vision as she walked the red carpet.
The 10-time Grammy-winning singer put on a glamorous display in a glittering, black catsuit with long sleeves and a mock neckline.
The Empress of Soul teamed the chic garb with pointed-toe pumps and a bright pink lip.
Raye, 26, looked effortlessly stylish at the show as she arrived wearing a chocolate brown sweatshirt and a pale green miniskirt with a button-down detail along the side.
The songstress also sported shiny, black platform sandals, accessorized with large specs and rocked a bold, red lip.
Nelly, 49, was also seen at the AMAs 50th Anniversary Special alongside several members of St. Lunatics.
Gladys Knight, 80, was a vision as she walked the red carpet. The 10-time Grammy-winning singer put on a glamorous display in a glittering, black catsuit with long sleeves and a mock neckline
The Empress of Soul teamed the chic garb with green eyeshadow and a bright pink lip
Raye, 26, looked effortlessly stylish at the show as she arrived wearing a chocolate brown sweatshirt and a pale green miniskirt with a button-down detail along the side. The songstress also sported shiny, black platform sandals, accessorized with large specs and rocked a bold, red lip
On the red carpet, she posed alongside Billboard host Tetris Kelly
Nelly, 49, was also seen at the AMAs 50th Anniversary Special alongside several members of St. Lunatics. The rapper looked stylish in a light gray sweatshirt teamed with matching shorts, white Air Jordan sneakers and a St. Louis Cardinals trucker cap
He accessorized with massive diamond earrings and a flashy chain teamed with eye-catching bracelets
The rapper looked stylish in a light gray sweatshirt teamed with matching shorts, white Air Jordan sneakers and a St. Louis Cardinals trucker cap.
He accessorized with massive diamond earrings and a flashy chain teamed with eye-catching bracelets.
At the event, City Spud of St. Lunatics was also present and posed for photos alongside Chingy. The duo sported matching hats representing their hometown.
The Right Thurr hitmaker wore a white and blue baseball jersey teamed with his red baseball cap and diamond-encrusted chains.
Slo’Down of St. Lunatics was also seen on the red carpet in an all-black outfit with a shiny, unique mask. He sported a long-sleeved shirt teamed with dark jeans and Air Force 1 sneakers.
J-Kwon also sported an all-black outfit featuring patchwork pants and bright white sneakers.
He wore a cozy hoodie paired with a black St. Louis, Missouri trucker cap.
At the event, City Spud of St. Lunatics was also present and posed for photos alongside Chingy. The duo sported matching hats representing their hometown
The Right Thurr hitmaker wore a white and blue baseball jersey teamed with his red baseball cap and diamond-encrusted chains
Slo’Down of St. Lunatics was also seen on the red carpet in an all-black outfit with a shiny, unique mask
He sported a long-sleeved shirt teamed with dark jeans and Air Force 1 sneakers
J-Kwon also sported an all-black outfit featuring patchwork pants and bright white sneakers
He wore a cozy hoodie paired with a black St. Louis, Missouri trucker cap
Kane Brown, 30, looked effortlessly stylish as he arrived at the star-studded event.
The country singer donned a beige knit cardigan with white trousers and a guitar-inspired belt.
Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day was also spotted on the red carpet in a scarlet blazer layered over a graphic T-shirt and black slacks.
He was joined by his bandmates Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool.
Jesse Metcalfe looked effortlessly stylish as he layered a black button-down over a white tank top and balloon trousers.
The Desperate Housewives actor also sported shiny Doc Martens and a silver chain to complete his look.
Nile Rodgers, 72, was show-stopping in a bright red, satin suit.
The rock star donned snakeskin boots, diamonds around his neck and tinted sunglasses.
Kane Brown, 30, looked effortlessly stylish as he arrived at the star-studded event
The country singer donned a beige knit cardigan with white trousers and a guitar-inspired belt
Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day was also spotted on the red carpet in a scarlet blazer layered over a graphic T-shirt and black slacks
He was joined by his bandmates Mike Dirnt and Tré Cool
Jesse Metcalfe looked effortlessly stylish as he layered a black button-down over a white tank top and balloon trousers. The Desperate Housewives actor also sported shiny Doc Martens and a silver chain to complete his look
Nile Rodgers, 72, was show-stopping in a bright red, satin suit. The rock star donned snakeskin boots, diamonds around his neck and tinted sunglasses
Jordyn Woods, the ex-BFF of Kylie Jenner, was also present at the special event with her mother Elizabeth Woods.
The influencer put on a sultry display in a metallic silver minidress with long sleeves and a low-cut, cowl neckline.
She teamed the chic dress with sheer, black tights and shiny, silver pumps.
She carried a bedazzled, tiger-shaped clutch and showcased a massive diamond on her ring finger, further fueling engagement rumors with her NBA star boyfriend Karl-Anthony Towns.
For makeup, she rocked a bright white, cut-crease eyeshadow look with full, fluttering lashes and a sheeny nude pout.
Ajani Scott, took the plunge in an extremely low-cut, denim minidress.
The television personality accessorized with silver hoops and styled her hair in a high ponytail.
Sophia Culpo wore a black blazer, which was covered in large sequins. The media personality, who is the younger sister of Olivia Culpo, paired the blazer dress with pointed-toe pumps with straps around her heels.
Jordyn Woods, the ex-BFF of Kylie Jenner, was also present at the special event with her mother Elizabeth Woods
The influencer put on a sultry display in a metallic silver minidress with long sleeves and a low-cut, cowl neckline. She teamed the chic dress with sheer, black tights and shiny, silver pumps
She carried a bedazzled, tiger-shaped clutch and showcased a massive diamond on her ring finger, further fueling engagement rumors with her NBA star boyfriend Karl-Anthony Towns
For makeup, she rocked a bright white, cut-crease eyeshadow look with full, fluttering lashes and a sheeny nude pout
She styled her brunette tresses in a slicked back bun, and she rocked silver, diamond-encrusted jewelry.
The two-hour special, which will air live on CBS and be available to stream on Paramount+, will celebrate the AMAs marking half a century of groundbreaking music, iconic moments, unforgettable performances and rich pop culture history.
The award ceremony was created by legendary producer and visionary Dick Clark and first awarded in 1974.
For the 50th anniversary special, Hollywood heavyweights including Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Lopez are just a few of many stars taking the stage at the star-studded show.
Gladys Knight — who performed live at the very first AMAs in 1974 — will return for an encore performance of Midnight Train to Georgia.
Other special appearances include two-time AMA winner Brad Paisley with a performance honoring the late Charley Pride, who won the very first AMA for Country Male and Country Album.
Paisley will also be performing his brand new single live for the very first time.
The star-studded lineup also include performances from Chaka Khan, Sheila E., Green Day, Kane Brown and many more.
Ajani Scott, took the plunge in an extremely low-cut, denim minidress
The television personality accessorized with silver hoops and styled her hair in a high ponytail
Sophia Culpo wore a black blazer, which was covered in large sequins. The media personality, who is the younger sister of Olivia Culpo, paired the blazer dress with pointed-toe pumps with straps around her heels
She styled her brunette tresses in a slicked back bun
She rocked silver, diamond-encrusted jewelry
Nelly will be joined by Chingy, J-Kwon, and members of St. Lunatics for a hip-hop medley.
Nile Rodgers & CHIC will also be taking the stage, and Raye will be performing a rendition of the James Brown classic It’s A Man’s Man’s Man’s World.
And K-pop superstars Stray Kids will be performing a medley honoring NSYNC* the legacy of boy bands.
Meanwhile, the awards will return next May in 2025.
