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Pop stars pulled out all the stops for the annual music event, which was held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas
The Weeknd took home eight gongs after securing the most nominations with 16
Adele won the biggest prize of the night, Top Artist, despite not being in attendance
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See more from the Billboard Music Awards as Ciara, Mila Kunis, Britney Spears battle it out on the red carpet

By Dailymail.com Reporter

Published: 17:56 EST, 22 May 2016 | Updated: 06:27 EST, 23 May 2016

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It's one of the hottest music events of the year.

So the stars pulled out all the stops to bring some seriously sexy glamour to the 2016 Billboard Music Awards at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday night.

Leading the way was Ciara, Britney Spears, Mila Kunis and Kate Beckinsale who made sure to stand out on the red carpet in revealing and slinky ensembles.

While the ceremony made room for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Madonna and Rihanna, Ciara certainly stole the spotlight as soon as she arrived at the Las Vegas venue.

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Short and slinky! Ciara, Britney Spears, Mila Kunis and Kate Beckinsale brought the glamour to the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday night

Showing off oodles of flesh in a silver gown which left little to the imagination, the statuesque beauty knew exactly how to cause a stir.

The 30-year-old star looked incredible in the slinky metallic number by Philipp Plein.

She showed off a hint of tantalizing side-boob and wore her brunette locks in a chic up'do with blunt fringe.

A sexy thigh-high slit showed off her long legs and she added the finishing touch with some silver ankle-strap stilettos.

The beauty, who is engaged to NFL star Russell Wilson, was joined by her beau on the pink hued carpet.

It was a perfect look for the songstress as she was hosting the show at T-Mobile Arena alongside Ludacris.

Statuesque stunner: The 30-year-old singer showed off lots of leg with a thigh-high slit and a glimpse of side-boob

Revealing display: The Like A Boy hitmaker's Philipp Plein dress skimmed over her curves

Amazing from all angles: Ciara wore her brunette locks in a simple bun with blunt fringe

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Natural beauty: The songwriter sported pink lipstick and shimmery eye-shadow for a fresh look

Date night: The beauty, who is engaged to NFL star Russell Wilson, was joined by her beau on the pink hued carpet.

Hostess with the mostess: It was just one of several stunning looks the singer would model throughout the evening

Dynamic duo: Ciara and Ludacris were the hosts of the show

Awkward: Ciara sung and dance The Weeknd's hit Can't Feel My Face during the monologue

Hot stuff! Britney Spears made sure all eyes were on her as she arrived in a racy black look

Dancer's physique: The 34-year-old star looked absolutely amazing as she showed off her toned and tanned legs

All smiles: Her long blonde locks fell in thick tousled waves and she sported smokey eyes and nude lippy

It's Britney! Britney later got the Billboard Music Awards off to a blistering and very, very sexy start on Sunday

Setting the tone: The 34-year-old set the performance bar very high on Sunday evening at Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena as she danced and sung her way through an over five minute long set

Big honour: Her performance came as Britney was given then the Millennium Award, making her the third ever artist to receive it alongside Beyonce and the late Whitney Houston

Larking around: Putting on a truly animated display, Britney larked around on the red carpet in her glimmering two piece

Britney Spears, who's performing a medley of her hits at the event, made sure all eyes were on her as she arrived in a black lace bodysuit and mesh thigh-high boots.

The 34-year-old star looked absolutely amazing as she showed off her toned and tan legs.

Her long blonde locks fell in thick tousled waves and she sported smokey eyes and nude lippy.

The Toxic hitmaker accepted the Millennium Award during the evening.

Movie beauty: Mila Kunis showed off her legs in a beaded Zuhair Murad mini dress and metallic heels

Team: The 32-year-old actress posed alongside her Bad Moms co-stars Kristen Bell and Kathryn Hahn

Feeling the heat: The actresses posed on the sunlit pink carpet

Effortlessly gorgeous: Kate Beckinsale was a vision in white with plunging neckline

Stunning look: The 42-year-old beauty showed off the strappy detailing on her back and shoulders

Elegant touch: The British beauty wore her chocolate brown locks in an sexy updo

On her tail: Kate was followed onto the red carpet by Ashton Kutcher who seemed to be enjoying a giggle

Mila, 32, showed off her legs in a beaded Zuhair Murad dress which she teamed with metallic heels.

The wife of Ashton Kutcher wore her raven locks pinned up in a neat bun.

British beauty Beckinsale, 42, simply stunned in a white Hamel gown with plunging neckline and ornate straps on the back and around her shoulders.

She wore her chocolate brown tresses in a messy updo and she accessorized with diamond cuff earrings for a trendy touch.

Looking good! Ariana Grande flattered her figure in a black and blue graphic print gown by Versace with lots of cut-outs

Strike a pose! The singer is up for Top Female Artist among other awards

Glamorous girl: All eyes were on Ariana as she sizzled for all to see

Immaculate as always! The 22-year-old wore her brunette locks in her signature high ponytail style

Leggy look: Rihanna was giving some serious Working Girl vibes in a shirt dress with shoulder pads

Retro chic: Rihanna's dress was vintage Thierry Mugler and she wore buckle detail Manolo Blahnik shoes

Big night: Rihanna took home the Billboard Chart Achievement Award, changing into a sparkly green number

Va va voom: Earlier in the evening, the singer upped the sex appeal as she showed off her cleavage during a performance of her new single Love on the Brain

Going green: The performance had a very retro feel as she stood in front of a green-lit backdrop

Meanwhile Ariana Grande flattered her figure in a black and blue graphic print gown by Versace with plenty of sexy cut-outs.

She wore her brunette tresses in her signature high ponytail.

Channeling eighties vibes was Rihanna who rocked a vintage button-up Thierry Mugler dress with shoulder pads.

The the frock showed off her slender pins and she teamed it with Manolo Blahnik shoes.

Actress and singer Zendaya stunned in a peach two-piece gown while wearing her brunette locks poker straight.

Camera ready: Demi Lovato was sophisticated chic in wide-leg trousers and a lace camisole with Chanel jacket

Hot mesh: Demi later performed her hit Cool For The Summer

Making an entrance: Zendaya wowed in a peach two-piece gown and poker straight locks

Slender physique: The 19-year-old actress showed off her toned abs in the bralet

Sexy matador: Kesha opted for a very unique look purple suit with gold embroidery and sparkly heels

Touching: Kesha performed a tribute to Bob Dylan despite controversy surrounding if she would even be able to do the gig or not

Happy: Kesha looked happy to receive the standing ovation in her first television performance

Vampy in black: Jessica Alba surprised fans in a very different look than what she usually opts for, wearing a Zuhair Murad dress and suede boots

Celebs gathered on Sunday night at the T-Mobile Arena to toast another year in chart-topping music as they were honoured by Billboard's magazine and music popularity chart.

The Weeknd topped the list of nominees at this year's award show with nods in 16 categories.

He was up for awards including Top Artist, Top Male Artist, Top R&B Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album and Top R&B Album.

The singer - whose real name is Abel Tesfaye - also has three tracks in the Top R&B song shortlist category and has been nominated twice for Top Hot 100 Song.

Flattering her figure: Kelly Rowland wowed in a beaded white gown and slicked back locks

A sheer delight: Kelly looked stunning in a racy sheer gown which was laden with beads and glitter

Stars in sequins: Reality star JoJo Fletcher and songstress Meghan Trainor were ready to party in shimmering frocks

Selfie time! Meghan, 22, posed with fans waiting outside at the T-Mobile Arena

All about that bass: Meghan Trainor performed her hit No

Keeping it cool: Wiz Khalifa, Ashton Kutcher and Nick Jonas opted for semi-casual looks

Beauties in black: The ladies of Fifth Harmony worked their glam looks

Doing what they do best: The group later performed Work From Home featuring Ty Dolla $ign

Justin Bieber has been nominated 12 times in 11 categories, Drake and Fetty Wap have received 11 nods each in 10 categories, while Taylor Swift and Adele are both finalists for eight awards.

David Bowie, who died in January, received a posthumous nomination for his final album Blackstar.

He will compete against Coldplay's A Head Full Of Dreams, Mumford & Sons' Wilder Mind, Alabama Shakes' Sound & Colour and twenty one pilots' Blurryface for Top Rock Album.

Pretty Little dress: Lucy Hale looked gorgeous in a purple and black frock with lace detail

Lovely in latex: Keke Palmer showed off her fabulous figure in an oh-so-tight pencil dress in plum

Dramatic look: Laverne Cox looked simply sensational in a black fishtail gown

Blonde beauty: Ski star Lindsey Vonn was super leggy in a blue mini dress with pearl embellishments

Here come the boys: Michael Strahan stuck to dark hues while Instagram star Josh Ostrovsky (The Fat Jewiish) kept it quirky in a patterned sweater and pants combo

One Direction - who are currently on an indefinite hiatus - have received only two nods; Best Group/Duo and Best Touring Act, with their album Made in the AM, failing to pick up any nominations.

Meanwhile, the Material Girl paid tribute to The Purple One with a live performance at the Billboard Music Awards.

Prince was found dead on April 21 in his suburban Minneapolis home at age 57. And Madonna continued the train of celebrity homages to the beloved musician.

Coupled up: Country star Thomas Rhett arrived with wife Lauren Gregory Akins

Red carpet style: Songstress Idina Menzel opted for a stylish little black dress

Blonde beauties: TV host Heidi Klum, actress Kristen Bell and TV personality Renee Bargh kept it simple and chic in black

Buttoned up: Singers Seal and Shawn Mendes were definitely red carpet ready in their smart looks

Coordinated: Joe Jonas was joined by his DNCE bandmates Jack Lawless, JinJoo Lee and Cole Whittle

Doing what he does best: Joe Jonas performed hit Cake By The Ocean with his band DNCE during the ceremony

Leggy look: Songstress Halsey wore an embellished pastel gown with cut-outs at the waist

Elegant: Actress and Miss World 2000 winner Priyanka Chopra wore a pretty blue gown with flattering ruching

Not quite: Singer Tove Lo flashed her nude underwear under a bold orange crochet gown

Seductive: Nick Jonas performed close with Tove Lo

Intimate: At one point the two singers moved in close like they were going to kiss

Standing out: Lauren Giraldo and Serayah McNeill oozed confidence in their black ensembles

Glam looks: Betty Cantrell donned a cut-out halterneck gown with beading while radio personality Kerri Kasem wowed in a floral print number

Prince performed at the 2013 Billboard Awards, where he received the icon award.

Kesha will be performing a tribute to Bob Dylan during the night.

Her performance almost didn't happen as on Tuesday, Sony cancelled it after TMZ reported she was going to use the platform to talk about her ongoing legal battle against producer Dr. Luke.

The label then changed their mind on Thursday.

Dick Clark productions said in a statement earlier in the week that Kesha initially accepted its invitation to perform at the show and 'received written approval from Dr. Luke's record label, Kemosabe Records.' But the label 'rescinded its approval following a media report on Wednesday May 11th,' the statement continued.

Loving his look: Steven Tyler showed off some awesome poses as he made his entrance

Shining stars: Singer Rachel Platten looked chic in stripes while actress Laura Marano shimmered in a mini dress

Pretty in pastel: Liz Hernandez, Meredith Mickelson and Keltie Knight opted for soft pink hues

Dr. Luke and Kesha have been at war since she accused of him of drugging, sexually abusing and emotionally tormenting her. She is signed to his record label and they co-wrote many of her hits together, including Tik Tok and We R Who We R. The New York Daily News reported that she planned to take swipes at Dr. Luke during her performance.

Representatives for Dr. Luke and Kesha did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

Kesha has accused Dr Luke of sexually abusing her. The producer has denied all allegations.

Throwback: The Go-Go's brought their 1980 classic We Got the Beat to the 2016 Billboard Music Awards stage on Sunday

Still got the beat: The Go-Gos performed just weeks ahead of their farewell tour

Laid back vibes: Rocker Pete Wentz wore ripped denim for a casual look on the pink carpet

Sexy look: Chantel Jeffries looked racy in a leather mini dress and beaded choker

Keeping her personal space: Singer Z LaLa opted for something a little avant-garde with a crazy wig

Sparkles: E! host Sibley Scoles wore a sheer black gown with strategically placed gems

Nothing Compares 2 U? The Queen of Pop herself, Madonna, headed up an emotional tribute to the late, great Prince during the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on Sunday

The Revolution: The 57-year-old Material Girl paid homage to the Purple One by donning a Gucci lavender paisley suit and ruffled blouse and belting Nothing Compares 2 U onstage the T-Mobile Arena

Dearly beloved: Madonna was then joined by yet another living icon - Stevie Wonder - for an organ-heavy rendition of Purple Rain

Tears: Celine Dion broke down after her son made a surprise appearance on stage to present her with the Icon award at Sunday night's Billboard Music Awards

Proud: Her eldest son René-Charles, 15, presented her with the award

Shocked: Celine taken aback when Seal called her son onto the stage

Poignant: She performed a cover of Queen's The Show Must Go On in typically jaw-dropping style

Backstage moment: The pair posed up after the ceremony and her son was beaming with pride

Lights, camera, action! Celine dazzled in front of the cameras as she waved gracefully

Close bond: Celine proudly clutched her gong as she posed with her son

VIP fan: Ciara, who hosted the ceremony, gave Celine a warm hug backstage shortly after the performance

Congrats: Ashton Kutcher presented an award to Wiz Khalifa

Tough act to follow: Pink showed her daredevil side with a performance that saw her suspended in the air by a burning clock

Loved up: Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani performed Go Ahead And Break My Heart

Sweet moment: The happy couple finished off the performance with a hug

Lovely: Ariana Grande performed Dangerous Woman then went into another song titled Into You

Back in black: The 22-year-old singer passed on her usual look of thigh-high boots and instead wore a black croptop with matching trousers

Golden: Adele was the biggest winner despite not being in attendance as she won Top Artist along with four others

Big night: The 28-year-old hitmaker also premiered her music video for Send My Love (To Your New Lover) at the event

Moving and grooving: Justin Bieber was one of the most highly-touted performers of the night

Lonely at the top: Justin won the coveted Top Male Artist prize as he proudly held it up and thanked his fans

Eyes on the prize: He was presented the gong by Jessica Alba

Having a blast: He was later pictured with Meghan Trainor

Man with the plan: The Weeknd looked proud as he took home eight awards for most of the night

2016 Billboard Music Awards Winners

Top Artist:

Adele - WINNER

Justin Bieber

Drake

Taylor Swift

The Weeknd

Billboard Chart Achievement Award (Fan-Voted):

Rihanna - WINNER

Adele

Drake

The Weeknd

Little Big Town

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