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Aussie Musician Ruel Hits Billboard Music Awards 2019 After Dropping 'Painkiller' Video

Aussie Musician Ruel Hits Billboard Music Awards 2019 After Dropping 'Painkiller' Video

Ruel hits the red carpet in a cool look at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Wednesday (May 1) in Las Vegas.

The 16-year-old Australian musician arrived at the music award show just a day after dropping his brand new video for “Painkiller”. Check that out below!

Ruel also released a handful of new tour dates in Australia for this summer.

“cant believe tix went so fast!” he wrote on Twitter. “i read a bunch of ur comments and didnt wanna disappoint you so weve added new shows in adelaide, perth, auckland and 2nd show in melbourne .. signup for presale tickets, soundcheck access and meet & greets: http://scrtsnds.co/RuelPresale.”

Model Cindy Kimberly and singer Sofia Reyes are also pictured on the red carpet below.

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BTS Share Love for Their Fans After Their Big 2019 Billboard Music Awards Win

BTS Share Love for Their Fans After Their Big 2019 Billboard Music Awards Win

The boys of BTS are officially at the top of their game!

The uber-talented K-pop group took home the Best Duo/Group Award at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards, which were held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Wednesday (May 1) in Las Vegas.

The guys – RM, V, Suga, Jungkook, Jimin, Jin and J-Hope – took the stage together to accept the award as the audience erupted in cheers and applause. During their big moment, BTS remained focused on sending love to their fans.

“I still can’t believe that we’re here on this stage with so many great artists. Oh, my god,” RM said, speaking for the group. “This was only possible because of the little things we share together, the BTSxArmy power.”

RM also took the opportunity to reassure fans that no amount of success will change the band.

“We’re still the same boys from six years ago,” he said. “We still have the same dreams, the same feelings; we still have the same thoughts. Let’s keep dreaming the best dreams together. I love you all.”

Watch the powerful moment below:

Taylor Swift Says She Had "the Maximum Amount of Fun Possible" at the 2019 BBMAs

Taylor Swift Says She Had

Taylor Swift is gearing up for a new career first.

The 29-year-old singer performed her newest single, “ME!” alongside Panic! At the Disco‘s Brendon Urie at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Wednesday (May 1) in Las Vegas.

After the show, Taylor revealed that she’s doing something she’s never done before and releasing the live rehearsal audio from her performance.

“THIS WAS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF FUN POSSIBLE,” Taylor wrote on Instagram after the BBMAs. “And for the first time ever I’m releasing the live rehearsal audio from this performance on vinyl and CD from @bbmas on my site. Thank you to every performer up there with us tonight!!! 💗💗💗💗💗.”

BTS & Halsey Slay Their Debut Live Performance of 'Boy With Luv' at Billboard Music Awards!

BTS & Halsey Slay Their Debut Live Performance of 'Boy With Luv' at Billboard Music Awards!

BTS and Halsey just performed “Boy With Luv” together live for the first time – and they totally killed it!

The massively popular K-pop group ad the “Without Me” star teamed up to perform their hit collaboration live at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Wednesday (May 1) in Las Vegas.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of BTS

The video for “Boy With Luv” became the most-viewed video in 24 hours, with over 74 million views upon release. The song also hit No. 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.

The boys also won Top Duo/Group, as well as Top Social Artist, during the evening’s ceremony.

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Joe Jonas Is Proud of Sophie Turner for Opening Up About Her Mental Health Struggles

Joe Jonas Is Proud of Sophie Turner for Opening Up About Her Mental Health Struggles

Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner keep giving us reasons to love them.

The 29-year-old singer showed his support for his fiancée during an interview at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Wednesday (May 1) in Las Vegas.

Sophie recently opened up about her struggles with depression, and Joe couldn’t be more proud of her decision.

“It’s a lot,” Joe told Extra. “I think the best thing about it is she can encourage other young people out there who are going through similar stuff and be a voice that they can listen to… I am proud of her.”

The 23-year-old Game of Thrones actress, who attended the BBMAs alongside Joe, shared her experiences managing her mental health during a recent appearance on Dr. Phil’s Phil in the Blanks podcast.

Watch Ariana Grande's Special Performance of "7 Rings" at the 2019 BBMAs

Watch Ariana Grande's Special Performance of

Ariana Grande lit up the 2019 Billboard Music Awards – even though she couldn’t make it to the show.

The 25-year-old singer wasn’t able to attend the show in person, but she made her presence felt with a smoking hot, pre-recorded performance of her hit “7 Rings,” which she filmed ahead of the BBMAs, during a stop on her Sweetener tour in Vancouver, Canada.

“Happy @bbmas day everybody ! so wish we were there with u in person tonight. thank you @billboard for all of your endless support, love and for having us perform for u remotely from the sweetener world tour,” Ariana tweeted ahead of the show on Wednesday (May 1).

Watch Ariana’s smoldering BBMAs performance below:

Tori Kelly Joins Dan + Shay for 'Speechless' Performance at Billboard Music Awards 2019 - Watch Now!

Tori Kelly Joins Dan + Shay for 'Speechless' Performance at Billboard Music Awards 2019 - Watch Now!

Tori Kelly takes the stage with Dan + Shay to belt out their track “Speechless” at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards!

The “Should’ve Been Us” crooner and the country music duo performed at the event held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Wednesday (May 1) in Las Vegas.

Shay and Kelly showed off their powerful vocals, while Dan strummed along on the acoustic guitar.

At the end, Kelly mouthed, “I love them!”

Dan + Shay took home the award for Top Country Duo/Group. They are also nominated for Top Country Artist, Top Country Album for Dan + Shay, Top Country Song for “Speechless” and “Tequila,” and more.

Tori won Top Gospel Album for Hiding Place, and she is up for Top Gospel Artist and Top Gospel Song for “Never Alone” featuring Kirk Franklin.

Get a glimpse the performance below, and watch more videos here and here!

ICYMI, see the group’s red carpet looks here.

25+ pictures inside of Tori Kelly and Dan + Shay performing… More Here! »

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