American Music Awards of 2009

The 37th American Music Awards took place on November 22, 2009 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. The nominees were announced on October 13, 2009. For the first time in history, there was no host for the year's ceremony. Instead, various celebrities introduced the performers similar to the procedure at the Grammy Awards. Taylor Swift won five of six categories she was nominated for. Jay-Z and The Black Eyed Peas both won two awards. Michael Jackson's brother Jermaine Jackson accepted his awards. Winners are noted in bold. Taylor Swift won five awards of six nominations she was nominated for. Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist Favorite Pop/Rock Band, Duo or Group Favorite Pop/Rock Album Favorite...