Large Arianda not only starred in a sexy number with Nicki Minaj, the Artist of the Year award at the 2016 American Music Awards also won.
Large took the stage at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles to receive the award.
'' Thank you, I'm shaking, I want to thank the public, I love them. I want to thank my family, to all who care for me, which I and everyone who made this special album with me. I'm trying not to mourn, '' he said.
Drake, the top nominee of the night, album awards Best Rap / Hip Hop artist and favorite in that same genre was.
The late Prince was recognized as Best Soundtrack for '' Purple Rain '', published more than three decades ago and has gained new relevance after his death.
Zayn Malik won best new artist of the year and Twenty One Pilots categories Group or Duo Rock / Pop Artist and took alternative.
The gala featured musical numbers from Bruno Mars, Lady gaga, John Legend, Greenday, Maroon 5 and Kendrick Lamar, among others.
Robert Downey Jr and featured Sting, who won the Award of Merit.
One of the most prominent faces of the night was Selena Gomez, who reappeared in public after a stay in a rehabilitation center for depression and anxiety problems.
Justin Bieber did not act the ceremony but was present with a link made since his concert in Zurich, Switzerland.