Selena Gomez and Kendall Jenner bring sexy back to the American Music Awards as they lead the showstoppers on the red carpet 

It was a case of bringing sexy back, as Kendall Jenner and Selena Gomez wowed on the red carpet at the American Music Awards on Sunday.

Selena Gomez made a show-stopping appearance with a rather cheeky rear view in a glittering ruby dress as she hit the red carpet at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

The Same Old Love songstress was perfectly poised in the sequinned mid-length frock which also featured a centre slit. 

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Red hot: Selena Gomez shimmered in a ruby frock as she arrived at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday
Red hot: Selena Gomez shimmered in a ruby frock as she arrived at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday

Red hot: Selena Gomez shimmered in a ruby frock as she arrived at the American Music Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday

Bringing sexy back! Kendall Jenner put her flawless frame on display in her black number

Bringing sexy back! Kendall Jenner put her flawless frame on display in her black number

The 23-year-old teamed it with black ankle-strap heels to elevate her petite frame a little.

Selena's locks were styled straight down her back in a sleek centre parting and she wore dusky red-hued eye make-up to complement her look.

Meanwhile reality star siblings Kendall and Kylie Jenner coordinated in stylish black ensembles. 

Revealing: The 23-year-old beauty revealed her back in the mid-length number
Revealing: The 23-year-old beauty revealed her back in the mid-length number
Revealing: The 23-year-old beauty revealed her back in the mid-length number

Revealing: The 23-year-old beauty revealed her back in the mid-length number 

So seductive: The Same Old Love songstress wore her dark locks poker straight down her back

So seductive: The Same Old Love songstress wore her dark locks poker straight down her back

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Kisses: The Texan beauty blew a kiss to onlookers

Kisses: The Texan beauty blew a kiss to onlookers

Kendall, 20, who made her Victoria's Secret Fashion Show debut this month, accentuated her slender physique in a slinky dress and super strappy skyscraper heels. 

Like Selena she bared her back in the short halter-neck frock and pulled her locks up into a trendy top knot. 

Her younger sister Kylie, 18, opted for a raunchier look in a cut-out leather and chainmail frock which she teamed with black heels.

Kylie didn't walk the red carpet with rapper Tyga following split rumours, but the pair did reunite once inside. 

They were later spotted holding hands as they headed to an afterparty at The Nice Guy in Hollywood.  

Coordinated chic: Kendall and Kylie Jenner opted for glam black outfits for the event

Coordinated chic: Kendall and Kylie Jenner opted for glam black outfits for the event

Model credentials: The 20-year-old star accentuated her slender physique in a slinky black dress
Model credentials: The 20-year-old star accentuated her slender physique in a slinky black dress
Model credentials: The 20-year-old star accentuated her slender physique in a slinky black dress

Model credentials: The 20-year-old star accentuated her slender physique in a slinky black dress

Cut-out queen: Kylie, 18, rocked a raunchy leather look with silver chainmail detail
Cut-out queen: Kylie, 18, rocked a raunchy leather look with silver chainmail detail

Cut-out queen: Kylie, 18, rocked a raunchy leather look with silver chainmail detail

Well versed on the red carpet: The duo posed up a storm to show off their outfits

Well versed on the red carpet: The duo posed up a storm to show off their outfits

Girl talk: The sisters chatted away between poses 

Girl talk: The sisters chatted away between poses 

Model-of-the-moment Gigi Hadid brought the wow factor in a white two piece gown which showed off lots of cleavage and midriff as well as plenty of leg with a thigh-high slit.

The 20-year-old showed off a new short bob which she told host Giuliana Rancic may not be a long-term look.  

'You can check tomorrow to see if I still have short hair' the Victoria's Secret beauty said as she revealed he look was down to 'tricks of the trade'. 

Gigi's ex boyfriend Joe Jonas was also at the event sporting a new look. 

His hair was a rather bride shade of blue, proving that a post-split makeover isn't reserved only for women. 

One of the first to walk the red carpet was Giuliana who stunned in a silver and black sheer gown with a sweet mermaid finish.

Wow factor! Gigi Hadid went for maximum glam in a tummy and cleavage baring white two-piece
Wow factor! Gigi Hadid went for maximum glam in a tummy and cleavage baring white two-piece

Wow factor! Gigi Hadid went for maximum glam in a tummy and cleavage baring white two-piece

Testing out a new look: The 20-year-old beauty showed off her new bobbed tresses which she told Giuliana Rancic may not stay that way

Testing out a new look: The 20-year-old beauty showed off her new bobbed tresses which she told Giuliana Rancic may not stay that way

The 41-year-old beauty shared an Instagram snap during the day where she stood with microphone in hand as she rehearsed with co-workers.

Her caption read, 'Getting ready for the super hot #americanmusicawards red carpet! We're already having fun and the stars haven't even shown up yet?? We are live on E! starting at 6pm ET!! Tune in :) #eredcarpet' 

Once the ceremony got under way, One Direction proved the big winner by scooping the top award. 

Classic: Demi Lovato opted for vintage glamour in a stunning black and gold gown
Classic: Demi Lovato opted for vintage glamour in a stunning black and gold gown

Classic: Demi Lovato opted for vintage glamour in a stunning black and gold gown

Old Hollywood glam: The songstress wore her hair in 1920s waves and sported a deep berry lipstick

Old Hollywood glam: The songstress wore her hair in 1920s waves and sported a deep berry lipstick

Thigh-skimming: Songstress Ellie Goulding also sported black and gold like Demi but in a racier fashion

Thigh-skimming: Songstress Ellie Goulding also sported black and gold like Demi but in a racier fashion

Causing a stir: Actress Zendeya wore a VERY leggy look in a pink lace mini dress
Causing a stir: Actress Zendeya wore a VERY leggy look in a pink lace mini dress

Causing a stir: Actress Zendeya wore a VERY leggy look in a pink lace mini dress

'This is a testament to how incredible our fans are,' Louis Tomlinson said onstage at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

'We just want to thank everyone that's helped us in the last five years,' Liam Payne added.

The band won the top award at last year's show - as a quintet with Zayn Malik. They also won favorite duo or group - pop/rock Sunday night.

Bieber, who won best collaboration with Diplo and Skrillex, closed the night with a medley of his hits, including 'Sorry,' ''Where Are U Now' and 'What Do You Mean.' Purple laser lights beamed from the stage as the singer danced and sang for the loud audience. He ended it drenched after standing under a waterfall. 

His red carpet look caused a stir too - after arriving in a Nirvana T-shirt many fans of the Nineties band took to Twitter to share their outrage. 

But Bieber got support from Kurt Cobain's widow Courtney Love, who branded him 'cool'.  

Attention grabbing: Gwen Stefani made quite a statement in a sheer black gown with dramatic ruffles
Interesting choice: The Voice host flashed her black underwear in the sheer net skirt

Attention grabbing: Gwen Stefani made quite a statement in a sheer black gown with dramatic ruffles

Big change: It was a new look for the star who is recently divorced and now dating Blake Shelton

Big change: It was a new look for the star who is recently divorced and now dating Blake Shelton

Simply stylish: Actress Nina Dobrev donned a gorgeous cream outfit with floral motif
Simply stylish: Actress Nina Dobrev donned a gorgeous cream outfit with floral motif

Simply stylish: Actress Nina Dobrev donned a gorgeous cream outfit with floral motif

Brit boys: One Direction looked suitably dapper in their suits (L-R) Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Harry Styles

Brit boys: One Direction looked suitably dapper in their suits (L-R) Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Harry Styles

Billboard announced Sunday his new album, 'Purpose,' will debut at No. 1 on its charts Monday after selling 649,000 equivalent albums. It beat out One Direction's 'Made In the A.M.,' which sold 459,000 equivalent albums.

Bieber's performance wasn't the only well-received one: Celine Dion paid tribute to the victims of the recent Paris attacks by singing Edith Piaf's 'Hymne à L'Amour' in French as some audience members cried.

Jared Leto, who introduced Dion, said his band 30 Seconds to Mars recently performed at the Bataclan, the Paris concert hall where 89 people were killed in the Nov. 13 attack.

Dion earned a rousing applause after her performance, which started with the Eiffel Tower projected behind her. 

Natural beauty: Carrie Underwood shimmered in a nude dress with long caped sleeves

Natural beauty: Carrie Underwood shimmered in a nude dress with long caped sleeves

Sheerly stunning: Singer Ciara wore a sheer beaded gown which flashed her toned legs
Sheerly stunning: Singer Ciara wore a sheer beaded gown which flashed her toned legs
Sheerly stunning: Singer Ciara wore a sheer beaded gown which flashed her toned legs

Sheerly stunning: Singer Ciara wore a sheer beaded gown which flashed her toned legs

She knows how to stand out: Giuliana Rancic was the first to step onto the red carpet

She knows how to stand out: Giuliana Rancic was the first to step onto the red carpet

She never disappoints: The 41-year-old E! host looked stunning in a silver and black sheer gown with a sweet mermaid finish
She never disappoints: The 41-year-old E! host looked stunning in a silver and black sheer gown with a sweet mermaid finish

She never disappoints: The 41-year-old E! host looked stunning in a silver and black sheer gown with a sweet mermaid finish

The Weeknd's performance was also a favorite, and he walked away with two awards, and presented the first one from Prince.

'Make some noise for Prince, ladies and gentlemen,' the singer said after picking up favorite album - soul/R&B for 'Beauty Behind the Madness.'

Nicki Minaj, who wore a figure hugging confection, was also a double winner, taking home favorite artist and album - rap/hip-hop. She encouraged her feverish fans to 'find their voice.'

'I want to just thank you, the fans, for allowing me to change and have a different voice every time I come back out (with a new album),' Minaj said. 'And please find your voice and find your purpose before it's too late. Love you.' 

Grunge: Justin Bieber wore a Nirvana t-shirt and ripped jeans for his red carpet appearance
Pals: The Canadian crooner cosied up to Paula Abdul who flashed lots of leg in a sequinned mini

Grunge: Justin Bieber wore a Nirvana t-shirt and ripped jeans for his red carpet appearance

Glitzy: The 53-year-old TV personality wore a black dress with gold embellishments and large jeweled collar
Glitzy: The 53-year-old TV personality wore a black dress with gold embellishments and large jeweled collar

Glitzy: The 53-year-old TV personality wore a black dress with gold embellishments and large jeweled collar

Other girls at the awards show encouraged their peers: Zendaya and Hailee Steinfeld danced excited as Selena Gomez performed onstage; Fifth Harmony and Rebel Wilson, who was dressed in a bold silver number, sang as Demi Lovato was in strong form with 'Confident'; and Gomez sang as Grande performed 'Focus' in a shimmery number.

Meghan Trainor and Charlie Puth's performance got additional attention after the singers made out onstage after singing their song, 'Marvin Gaye,' which features the lyrics: 'Let's Marvin Gaye and get it on.' 

LBD lady! Chloe Grace Moretz teamed her lace trimmed dress with ankle-strap stilettos
LBD lady! Chloe Grace Moretz teamed her lace trimmed dress with ankle-strap stilettos

LBD lady! Chloe Grace Moretz teamed her lace trimmed dress with ankle-strap stilettos

Coordinated couple: Alanis Morissette, 41, arrived with husband Souleye in matching black ensembles

Coordinated couple: Alanis Morissette, 41, arrived with husband Souleye in matching black ensembles

Something different: The Canadian beauty wore a fishtail silhouette and leather bodice with long sleeves
Something different: The Canadian beauty wore a fishtail silhouette and leather bodice with long sleeves

Something different: The Canadian beauty wore a fishtail silhouette and leather bodice with long sleeves

Gents: Demi Lovato's beau Wilmer Valderrama looked sharp in a stylish suit while Tyga - who is rumoured to have recently split from Kylie Jenner opted for blue
Gents: Demi Lovato's beau Wilmer Valderrama looked sharp in a stylish suit while Tyga - who is rumoured to have recently split from Kylie Jenner opted for blue

Gents: Demi Lovato's beau Wilmer Valderrama looked sharp in a stylish suit while Tyga - who is rumoured to have recently split from Kylie Jenner opted for blue

'I'm still laughing at Charlie and Meghan smooching,' Bryan said onstage after winning favorite male artist - country.

Bryan beat out Jason Aldean and Sam Hunt, who won new artist of the year.

Host Jennifer Lopez skipped the red carpet but kicked off the AMAs in a dance routine that highlighted some of the year's biggest hits like 'Where Are U Now,' ''Anaconda,' ''Uptown Funk!' and 'Hotline Bling.' 

She also impressively sang in almost a cappella form. 

Precious metals: Rebel Wilson, Alicia Silverstone and Hannah Davis brought the glam in metallic dresses
Precious metals: Rebel Wilson, Alicia Silverstone and Hannah Davis brought the glam in metallic dresses
Precious metals: Rebel Wilson, Alicia Silverstone and Hannah Davis brought the glam in metallic dresses

Precious metals: Rebel Wilson, Alicia Silverstone and Hannah Davis brought the glam in metallic dresses

Flattering: The 25-year-old swimsuit model showcased her physique in the slightly sheer gown
Flattering: The 25-year-old swimsuit model showcased her physique in the slightly sheer gown

Flattering: The 25-year-old swimsuit model showcased her physique in the slightly sheer gown

Thighs the limit: Julianne Hough dazzled in an embroidered gown with two slits
Thighs the limit: Julianne Hough dazzled in an embroidered gown with two slits

Thighs the limit: Julianne Hough dazzled in an embroidered gown with two slits

Can't go wrong with black! Recording artists Meghan Trainor,Christina Milian and Rebecca Black opted for simple stylish looks
Can't go wrong with black! Recording artists Meghan Trainor,Christina Milian and Rebecca Black opted for simple stylish looks
Can't go wrong with black! Recording artists Meghan Trainor,Christina Milian and Rebecca Black opted for simple stylish looks

Can't go wrong with black! Recording artists Meghan Trainor, Christina Milian and Rebecca Black opted for simple stylish looks

Taylor Swift, who is out of the country shooting a music video, was the top nominee with six. 

She won song of the year for 'Blank Space,' favorite album - pop/rock for '1989' and favorite artist - adult contemporary

Swift lost favorite female artist - pop/rock to Grande, who was shocked when accepting the honor. 

Daring: Hit maker Tove Lo wore a mesh dress with chunky knee-high boots
Daring: Hit maker Tove Lo wore a mesh dress with chunky knee-high boots

Daring: Hit maker Tove Lo wore a mesh dress with chunky knee-high boots

Date night! Jenny McCarthy arrived with husband Donnie Wahlberg in coordinating attire

Date night! Jenny McCarthy arrived with husband Donnie Wahlberg in coordinating attire

Bold look: The 43-year-old TV personality matched the red carpet in her vampy ensemble
Bold look: The 43-year-old TV personality matched the red carpet in her vampy ensemble

Bold look: The 43-year-old TV personality matched the red carpet in her vampy ensemble

Suited up: Nick Jonas, Wiz Khalifa and actor Norman Reedus showed their personal style flair
Suited up: Nick Jonas, Wiz Khalifa and actor Norman Reedus showed their personal style flair
Suited up: Nick Jonas, Wiz Khalifa and actor Norman Reedus showed their personal style flair

Suited up: Nick Jonas, Wiz Khalifa and actor Norman Reedus showed their personal style flair

Radiant: Danica McKellar wore a beautiful coral pink gown with sequin embellishments
Radiant: Danica McKellar wore a beautiful coral pink gown with sequin embellishments

Radiant: Danica McKellar wore a beautiful coral pink gown with sequin embellishments

Shady: Shad Moss, also known as Bow Wow donned sunglasses on the red carpet as did Jennifer Lopez' beau Casper Smart who looked snazzy in a pink suit
Shady: Shad Moss, also known as Bow Wow donned sunglasses on the red carpet as did Jennifer Lopez' beau Casper Smart who looked snazzy in a pink suit

Shady: Shad Moss, also known as Bow Wow donned sunglasses on the red carpet as did Jennifer Lopez' beau Casper Smart who looked snazzy in a pink suit

'I think I owe a lot of this to my nonna who made sure to remind me that she voted. 

She goes, 'Ariana, I went on the computer, I voted, so I think you'll win,'' Grande said in an Italian accent.

The three-hour show, which aired on ABC, also included a clip from the upcoming 'Star Wars' film. 

Performers included Coldplay, Gwen Stefani, Alanis Morissette, 5 Seconds of Summer and Carrie Underwood, who won favorite female artist - country.

Glammed up: The girls of Fifth Harmony hit the red carpet in seductive looks

Glammed up: The girls of Fifth Harmony hit the red carpet in seductive looks

Camera ready: Hailee Steinfeld sported a skimpy romper while Bailee Madison wore a sparkly gold mini dress that showed off her legs
Camera ready: Hailee Steinfeld sported a skimpy romper while Bailee Madison wore a sparkly gold mini dress that showed off her legs

Camera ready: Hailee Steinfeld sported a skimpy romper while Bailee Madison wore a sparkly gold mini dress that showed off her legs

Dynamic duo: Actresses Olivia Holt (L) and Bailee Madison showed off their stylish outfits as they posed side-by-side
Cool customers: Electro stars Diplo (L) and Skrillex brought their edgy style to proceedings

Dynamic duoa: Actresses Olivia Holt (L) and Bailee Madison showed off their stylish outfits as they posed side-by-side while pals Diplo and Skrillex posed up together 

Style in sync: Joe Jonas (secon left) arrived with his group DNCE; (left to right) Cole Whittle, JinJoo Lee and Jack Lawless

Style in sync: Joe Jonas (secon left) arrived with his group DNCE; (left to right) Cole Whittle, JinJoo Lee and Jack Lawless

Going punk: Joe rocked green hair and a red leather look for the red carpet

Going punk: Joe rocked green hair and a red leather look for the red carpet

Girls in green: Cheryl Burke and Ashley Benson opted plunging ensembles
Girls in green: Cheryl Burke and Ashley Benson opted plunging ensembles
Flawless: was a beauty in a black dress with tulle and feather skirt

Fun and fabulous : Cheryl Burke and Ashley Benson opted plunging green ensembles, while Empire actress Serayah McNeill went for a playful number

Under the sea: Singer Z Lala made sure to stand out in her shimmery Octopus dress
Under the sea: Singer Z Lala made sure to stand out in her shimmery Octopus dress

Under the sea: Singer Z Lala made sure to stand out in her shimmery Octopus dress

One last shot! The performer made sure photographers captured every angle of her kooky costume 

One last shot! The performer made sure photographers captured every angle of her kooky costume 

2015 AMERICAN MUSIC AWARD WINNERS

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Luke Bryan

Ariana Grande

Nicki Minaj

One Direction - WINNER

Taylor Swift

 

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR

Fetty Wap

Sam Hunt - WINNER

Tove Lo

Walk The Moon

The Weeknd

 

SONG OF THE YEAR

Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth, See You Again

Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars, Uptown Funk!

Ed Sheeran, Thinking Out Loud

Taylor Swift, Blank Space - WINNER

The Weeknd, Can’t Feel My Face

 

COLLABORATION OF THE YEAR 

Wiz Khalifa Featuring Charlie Puth, See You Again

Rihanna & Kanye West Featuring Paul McCartney, FourFiveSeconds

Mark Ronson Featuring Bruno Mars, Uptown Funk!

Skrillex & Diplo Featuring Justin Bieber, Where Are Ü Now - WINNER

Taylor Swift Featuring Kendrick Lamar, Bad Blood

 

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST – POP/ROCK

Nick Jonas

Ed Sheeran - WINNER

Sam Smith

 

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST – POP/ROCK

Ariana Grande

Taylor Swift

Meghan Trainor

 

FAVORITE DUO OR GROUP – POP/ROCK

Maroon 5

One Direction

Walk The Moon

 

FAVORITE ALBUM – POP/ROCK

Ed Sheeran, x

Sam Smith, In The Lonely Hour

Taylor Swift, 1989 - WINNER

 

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST – COUNTRY

Jason Aldean

Luke Bryan - WINNER

Sam Hunt

 

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST – COUNTRY

Kelsea Ballerini

Miranda Lambert

Carrie Underwood - WINNER

 

FAVORITE DUO or GROUP – COUNTRY

Zac Brown Band

Florida Georgia Line - WINNER

Little Big Town

 

FAVORITE ALBUM – COUNTRY

Jason Aldean, Old Boots, New Dirt

Florida Georgia Line, Anything Goes - WINNER

Sam Hunt, Montevallo

 

FAVORITE ARTIST – RAP/HIP-HOP

Drake

Fetty Wap

Nicki Minaj - WINNER

 

FAVORITE ALBUM – RAP/HIP-HOP

J. Cole, 2014 Forest Hills Drive

Drake, If You’re Reading This It’s Too Late

Nicki Minaj, The Pinkprint - WINNER

 

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST – SOUL/R&B

Chris Brown

Trey Songz

The Weeknd - WINNER

 

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST – SOUL/R&B

Beyoncé

Mary J. Blige 

Rihanna - WINNER

 

FAVORITE ALBUM – SOUL/R&B

Chris Brown, X

D’Angelo and The Vanguard, Black Messiah

The Weeknd, Beauty Behind the Madness - WINNER

 

FAVORITE ARTIST – ALTERNATIVE ROCK

Fall Out Boy - WINNER

Hozier

Walk The Moon

 

FAVORITE ARTIST – ADULT CONTEMPORARY

Ed Sheeran

Taylor Swift - WINNER

Meghan Trainor

 

FAVORITE ARTIST – LATIN

Enrique Iglesias - WINNER

Ricky Martin

Romeo Santos

 

FAVORITE ARTIST – CONTEMPORARY INSPIRATIONAL

Casting Crowns - WINNER

Hillsong United

MercyMe

 

FAVORITE ARTIST – ELECTRONIC DANCE MUSIC (EDM)

Calvin Harris - WINNER

David Guetta

Zedd

 

TOP SOUNDTRACK

Fifty Shades of Grey

Empire: Original Soundtrack from Season 1

Pitch Perfect 2 - WINNER

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