The 2019 Billboard Music Awards kicked off Wednesday at the MGM in Las Vegas hosted by Kelly Clarkson.

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The star-studded lineup of performers included some of the newest of stars as well as those who have proved their staying power through the years.

>> Photos: Photos: Stars walk the red carpet at the Billboard Music Awards

Here’s a list of the winners:

Top Artist: 

Cardi B

  • Drake *Winner*

Ariana Grande

Post Malone

Travis Scott

Top New Artist: 

Bazzi

  • Juice WRLD *Winner*

Lil Baby

Dua Lipa

Ella Mai

Billboard Chart Achievement Award: 

Dan + Shay

Drake

  • Ariana Grande *Winner*

Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper

Dua Lipa

Top Male Artist: 

  • Drake *Winner*

Post Malone

Travis Scott

Ed Sheeran

XXXTentacion

Top Female Artist:

Cardi B

  • Ariana Grande *Winner*

Halsey

Ella Mai

Taylor Swift

Top Duo/Group: 

  • BTS *Winner*

Dan + Shay

Imagine Dragons

Maroon 5

Panic! At The Disco

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