The 2023 Billboard Music Awards are taking place Sunday, Nov. 19, and features a star-studded lineup of performers, not to mention some of the music industry’s biggest stars accepting their trophies with heartfelt speeches.
The first performance of the night was delivered by Colombian superstar Karol G, who opened with a medley of “Qlona,” “Ojos Ferrari” and “Labios Mordidos.” The former two are off her hit album Manana Sera Bonito, and the last is a collab with Kali Uchis from Kali’s upcoming set, Orquídeas. Karol is a finalist in five categories.
Bebe Rexha and David Guetta took the stage next to perform their hit “I’m Good (Blue)” and follow-up “One in a Million.” The former is competing in three categories: top dance/electronic song, top Billboard Global (Excl. U.S.) song and top collaboration.
The ceremony is also set to feature performances by Mariah Carey, Peso Pluma, Stray Kids, new Billboard cover star Tate McRae, Morgan Wallen and others.
This year’s BBMAs — which are presented by Marriott Bonvoy — were rolled out with an innovative concept that entertained with not only performances, but exclusive content, behind-the-scenes moments, winner celebrations and more created by the artists.
The ceremony spans across genres, from pop to country, rock, Afrobeats, Latin, hip-hop and beyond. The BBMAs are also introducing nine new awards, including several in the ever-growing K-pop field, and two in Afrobeats. Also new are the Hot 100 songwriter and producer awards, and top rock duo/group.
The 2023 Billboard Music Awards are streaming from BBMAs.watch and via Billboard and the BBMAs’ social channels. Keep scrolling to see some of the best photos from the show.
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Karol G
Image Credit: Christopher Polk Karol G performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Line 204 in Los Angeles, California. The show will air on November 19, 2023 on BBMA.watch.
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Karol G
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Karol G performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Line 204 in Los Angeles. The show aired Nov. 19, 2023 on BBMA.watch.
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Karol G
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Karol G at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Line 204 in Los Angeles. The show aired Nov. 19, 2023, on BBMA.watch.
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Bebe Rexha
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Bebe Rexha performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on Nov. 19, 2023, at the Mandalay Generating Station in Oxnard, Calif.
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Bebe Rexha
Image Credit: Virisa Yong Bebe Rexha performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on November 19 at the Mandalay Generating Station in Oxnard, California.
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Bebe Rexha
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Bebe Rexha accepts the Billboard Music Award at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on Nov. 19, 2023 at the Mandalay Generating Station in Oxnard, Calif.
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NewJeans
Image Credit: Courtesy of HYBE NewJeans perform for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on Nov. 19, 2023.
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NewJeans
Image Credit: Courtesy of HYBE NewJeans perform for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards.
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NewJeans
Image Credit: Courtesy of HYBE NewJeans accepts award at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards.
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Tate McRae
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Tate McRae performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on November 19 at the Mandalay Generating Station in Oxnard, California.
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Peso Pluma
Image Credit: Michael Buckner Peso Pluma performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on Nov. 19 at The Mayan in Los Angeles.
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Peso Pluma
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Peso Pluma performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on November 19 at The Mayan in Los Angeles.
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Peso Pluma & Mike Tyson
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Peso Pluma accepts the Billboard Music Award from Mike Tyson at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards on November 19 at The Mayan in Los Angeles.
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Mariah Carey
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Mariah Carey performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Culver Studios in Culver City, California. The show will air on November 19, 2023 on BBMA.watch.
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Mariah Carey
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Mariah Carey performs at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Culver Studios in Culver City, California. The show will air on November 19, 2023 on BBMA.watch.
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Mariah Carey
Image Credit: Virisa Yong Mariah Carey accepts award at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards.
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Mariah Carey
Image Credit: Gilbert Flores Mariah Carey at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Culver Studios in Culver City, Calif.
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Stray Kids
Image Credit: JYP Entertainment Stray Kids perform for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards.
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Stray Kids
Image Credit: JYP Entertainment Stray Kids perform for the 2023 Billboard Music Awards.
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Morgan Wallen
Image Credit: Derek White Morgan Wallen at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia. The show will air on November 19, 2023 on BBMA.watch. at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards at Truist Park in Atlanta, Georgia.