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Some of the most talented women in the music industry turned up to celebrate the event. Keeping up with Kylie Jenner 💄 For fam date night, the makeup mogul went for an optical illusion dress from Kardashian-fave brand Balmain. The Transformers actress looked incredible in a black gown, complete with silver flower detail on both arms and a thigh-high slit. Before the ceremony started, organisers caused controversy by allowing country star Morgan Wallen to make an appearance despite him being banned last year for use of a racial slur. This year, Olivia Rodrigo made a big splash by becoming the winner with the most number of accolades – seven. Kanye West came pretty close with six awards while Doja Cat also ended up making a significant mark on the event winning in four categories such as Top R&B Female Artist and Top R&B Album.
- Going into the ceremony, The Weeknd