Ahhh yes… the 2008 American Music Awards. The event took place at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. Stars of the music world filled the theater with Jimmy Kimmel hosting the awards. This is Kimmel’s fifth time running the show.

(Christina Aguilera 2008 AMA Performance Video)

As promised, Christina Aguilera opened the show with some of her greatest hits. Leona Lewis followed by singing “Better in Time.” Pink then picked up the show with her hit, “Sober.” Miley Cyrus also performed “Fly on the Wall” while simultaneously celebrating her birthday.

(Miley Cyrys 2008 AMA Performance Video)

Beyonce also performed her song “Single Ladies” without the help of Justin Timberlake in a leotard and heels.

(Beyonce 2008 AMA Performance Video)

Rihanna, who won for “Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist,” was sporting an eye patch and sang “Rehab.”

(Rihanna’s 2008 AMA Performance Video)

Here is your list of winners for the 2008 AMA’s.

Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist:
Rihanna

Favorite Pop/Rock Male Artist:
Chris Brown

Favorite Country Band/Duo/Group:
Rascal Flatts

Favorite Rap/Hip Hop Album:
Kanye West, Graduation

Favorite Country Male Artist:
Brad Paisley

Favorite Pop/Rock Album:
Alicia Keys, As I Am

Favorite Country Female Artist:
Taylor Swift

Favorite Pop/Rock Female Artist:
Rihanna

Favorite Rap/Hip Hop Male Artist:
Kanye West

Breakthrough Artist:
Jonas Brothers

Favorite Soul/R&B Album:
Alicia Keys, As I Am

Award of Merit:
Annie Lennox

Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Group/Duo:
Daughtry

Artist of the Year:
Chris Brown

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