The likes of Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert, Lady Gaga, Keith Urban, Rihanna and many more graced the stage at the 2009 American Music Awards with sensational performances to commemorate the awards for excellence in the field of music.

The glamorous evening was attended by the heart-throbs and the bombshells of the American music and film industry alike. The show features a star-studded lineup of music’s top artists and acts, honoring artists in the categories of Pop/Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Alternative, Adult Contemporary, Latin and Contemporary Inspirational.

Here are images from the performances that night