Little Mix, Camila Cabello and Dua Lipa were among the artists to turn out for the MTV Europe Music Awards on Sunday night.
On an evening of glamour in Bilbao, Spain, pop and reality stars hit the red carpet for the much-anticipated event, hosted by Hailee Steinfeld.
Kicking off the show was Nicki Minaj who, surrounded by fireworks, descended from a black-veiled caged to a dance floor where she joined robed dancers.
British girl band Little Mix joined Minaj on stage for the elaborate opening.
Cuban-American singer Cabello won big on the night, taking best artist, best song and best video.
The 21-year-old beat out Ariana Grande, Drake, Dua Lipa and Post Malone for best artist while her hit song Havana took the trophy for best song and video.
She said: "This has just been such an amazing year. Last year I performed in the EMAs and I was peeing myself.
"I love my fans so much. I know what it's like to be a fan. I know how special that bond is. I love you. I see you."
Cabello was voted best pop artist last year when the awards were announced in London.
The show celebrated its 25th edition in northern Spain. The awards are held in a different European city each year, with winners selected by fans across the continent.
Dua Lipa, Minaj, and Panic! At The Disco also walked away with gongs, while Lindsay Lohan and Ashlee Simpson made appearances on stage at the event.
Veteran singer Janet Jackson received a global icon award, and was greeted with deafening cheers from the crowd. In her speech she made a plea for "justice" for women who have had their voices silenced.
The awards also featured performances from Jackson, Alessia Cara, Halsey, Jason Derulo, and host Hailee Steinfeld.
Former child star Steinfeld, 21, said before hosting the show: "I'm beyond excited to be performing, and hosting the awards. It's incredible.
"It's really, really exciting, and so many of my friends are going to be there. It's going to be one big party.
"I can't wait to host a night filled with incredible artists, performances, some surprises of my own."
Steinfeld, who was Oscar-nominated at just 13, was also up for a best pop award at the EMA ceremony in Spain.
