Star-Studded Performances and Tributes Highlight 50th Anniversary of the American Music Awards
September 27, 2024The American Music Awards (AMAs) will celebrate its 50th Anniversary Special on October 6, airing from 8-10 p.m. ET on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
In addition to live performances, the special will include artist interviews, legendary guests, and previously unseen footage showcasing iconic moments from the AMAs.
Brad Paisley will perform his new single and pay tribute to the late Charley Pride, a two-time AMA winner from the inaugural show in 1974.
Green Day will celebrate rock music history by presenting their latest #1 hit, 'Dilemma,' while Jennifer Hudson will honor Whitney Houston with a tribute performance.
This milestone event will feature performances from a star-studded lineup including Brad Paisley, Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight, Green Day, Jennifer Hudson, Kane Brown, Mariah Carey, Raye, and Stray Kids.
Chaka Khan will perform her anthem 'I'm Every Woman,' celebrating the achievements of female artists over the past 50 years.
K-pop group Stray Kids will honor the legacy of boy bands with a special performance during the event.
Gladys Knight, a seven-time AMA winner, will return to perform 'Midnight Train to Georgia,' marking 50 years since her first appearance on the show.
Mariah Carey will celebrate the 20th anniversary of her album 'The Emancipation of Mimi' with a medley of hits from the album.
Additional special guests scheduled to appear include Carrie Underwood, Gloria Estefan, and former host Jimmy Kimmel, enhancing the celebratory atmosphere.
The event promises to be a memorable celebration of music history, with performances reflecting the contributions of past AMA award winners.
The AMAs, created by Dick Clark in 1974, remains the world's largest fan-voted award show, celebrating the year's top music achievements.
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Billboard • Sep 26, 2024
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