American Music Awards 2020: How to Watch, Nominees, Performers, Host and More

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The 2020 AMAs will air live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 22.

The 2020 American Music Awards are here! Taraji P. Henson will host this year's show from Los Angeles' Microsoft Theater on Nov. 22, with a lineup of performers that is shaping up to be heavy on the star power -- featuring Jennifer Lopez, Maluma, Katy Perry and more.

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, host Henson promised an "electrifying night of music." There's also some fun storylines heading into the show, including Taylor Swift -- who already holds the all-time AMAs record with 29 wins -- having the possibility to more firmly cement her legacy by notching a 30th win. (The Folklore artist is up for four awards this year.)

Read on below for how to watch the American Music Awards, plus details on AMAs performers, host, nominees and how to watch ET's coverage.

Keep up on all the awards handed out during the AMAs. Here's the complete 2020 American Music Awards winners list.

When and how to watch the American Music Awards: The 2020 AMAs will air live on ABC on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. ET/PT. Viewers can watch ABC on TV or at ABC.com/watch-live with a TV provider login. Several live TV streaming services also include ABC, including Hulu with Live TV, AT&T TV Now and YouTube TV.

How to watch and follow ET's AMAs coverage: Watch ET's live AMAs after-show immediately following the broadcast at ETLive.com or on CBS All Access, or on the ET Live app on your connected and/or mobile device, as well as keeping up at ETonline.com before, during and after the show for our complete awards coverage. Additionally, check out ET on Monday for a recap of the show's biggest moments.

Who's performing? The Weeknd will be delivering his first TV performance of "Save Your Tears." Katy Perry is taking the stage, marking the 10th anniversary of her AMAs debut. Additionally, Jennifer Lopez and Maluma are performing a medley together, as well as a lineup that includes Bad Bunny, BTS, Dua Lipa, Lil Baby, Megan Thee Stallion, Nelly and Shawn Mendes. Machine Gun Kelly will also take the stage, while his girlfriend, Megan Fox, is one of the night's presenters. 

Check out more of this year's AMAs performers here.

Who's nominated? The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch lead the pack with eight nods each, with Megan Thee Stallion grabbing five nominations of her own. After that, Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Doja Cat, Bad Bunny and DaBaby each earned four nominations.

See all the 2020 AMAs nominees here.

Who is hosting? Empire star Taraji P. Henson has the honors, following up last year's host, Ciara.

Get ready for some music!

Meanwhile, watch below for the best moments from last year's AMAs.

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