19:58, 21-May-2018
2018 Billboard Music Awards: Ed Sheeran wins Top Artist, Chainsmokers pay tribute to Avicii
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The 2018 Billboard Music Awards have celebrated some of music's biggest names. Kelly Clarkson hosted Sunday's ceremony at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Taylor Swift, Khalid, Kendrick Lamar, Bruno Mars, and Ed Sheeran were the big winners.
Top artist was given to Ed Sheeran. Though he wasn't present, he accepted the award via a videotaped message.
Luis Fonsi was passionate when he picked up top Hot 100 song for "Despacito". "Despacito" was the biggest hit of the last year which also included Daddy Yankee and Justin Bieber.
LUIS FONSI RECORDING ARTIST "Thank you, guys, so much for embracing a mostly Spanish song. This goes out to my Latino brothers, the immigrants to all of those when they say 'Speak English,' this goes out to you."
The Chainsmokers also paid tribute to Avicii when the duo won top dance/electronic artist.
ANDREW TAGGART RECORDING ARTIST "We want to dedicate this award to Avicii. He inspired all of us, influenced our music. He will be missed. I hope you found peace."
Taylor Swift, who is currently on a sold-out tour, won top female artist. She thanked "all the female artists who paved the way" and also dedicated the award "to the future female artists who just picked up a guitar."
John Legend's performance ended with a photo of his new baby boy displayed on the large screens
K-pop band BTS won top social artist, beating artists like Justin Bieber and Demi Lovato. It's the second year in a row they've won the award.
The Billboard Music Award is an honor given by Billboard, a publication and music popularity chart covering the music business.
SL, CGTN.