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American Music Awards 2015: Winners

Jillian Morabito |
November 22, 2015 | 9:11 p.m. PST

Music Editor

The American Music Awards is a night filled with musical fun, interesting performances and plenty of deserved recognition. With Jennifer Lopez acting as the show's flashy host, these are the winning artists.

Artist of the Year: One Direction

Song of the Year: “Blank Space” by Taylor Swift

Collaboration of the Year: Skrillex & Diplo Featuring Justin Bieber “Where Are Ü Now”

New Artist of the Year: Sam Hunt

Favorite Male Artist – Pop/Rock: Ed Sheeran

Favorite Female Artist – Pop/Rock: Ariana Grande

Favorite Band, Duo or Group – Pop/Rock: One Direction

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Favorite Album – Pop/Rock: “1989” by Taylor Swift

Favorite Male Artist – Country: Luke Bryan

Favorite Female Artist – Country: Carrie Underwood

Favorite Band, Duo or Group – Country: Florida Georgia Line

Favorite Album – Country: “Anything Goes” by Florida Georgia Line

Favorite Artist – Rap/Hip-Hop: Nicki Minaj

Favorite Album – Rap/Hip-Hop: “The Pinkprint” by Nicki Minaj

Favorite Male Artist – Soul/R&B: The Weeknd

Favorite Female Artist – Soul/R&B: Rihanna

Favorite Album – Soul/R&B: “Beauty Behind The Madness” by The Weeknd

Favorite Artist – Alternative Rock: Fall Out Boy

Favorite Artist – Adult Contemporary: Taylor Swift

Favorite Artist – Latin: Enrique Iglesias

Favorite Artist – Contemporary Inspirational: Casting Crowns

Favorite Artist – Electronic Dance Music (EDM): Calvin Harris

Top Soundtrack: "Pitch Perfect 2"

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