Pop sensation Taylor Swift surprised fans and media by skipping the red carpet at the 51st Annual American Music Awards (AMAs) held Monday night at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas.
The 35-year-old artist, who led the nominations with six key categories, including Artist of the Year, Album of the Year, and Favorite Female Pop Artist for her 11th studio album The Tortured Poets Department, was noticeably missing from the pre-show red carpet. This absence sparked widespread buzz and disappointment among fans gathered outside and online viewers eager to see her.
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Social media quickly lit up with comments and memes about Swift’s no-show, making her absence a trending topic throughout the evening. Despite not attending the event in person, Taylor remained a prominent figure, already holding 40 AMA awards and poised to possibly add more to her record this year.
The ceremony, hosted by Jennifer Lopez, showcased performances by Benson Boone, Gwen Stefani, Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, and Gloria Estefan. Presenters included notable names like Ciara, Cara Delevingne, Wayne Brady, and popular streamer Kai Cenat.
The event also honored music legends, with Janet Jackson receiving the Icon Award and Sir Rod Stewart earning the Lifetime Achievement Award, celebrating their remarkable contributions to the music industry.
