"When you hear the word 'hip,' it means today. When you hear the word 'inspiring,' it means forever," Richie said during his acceptance speech.
The rapper stripped things back during the awards show.
The 'Stand for Myself' cut earned this year's "song of soul" honors at the awards.
The superstar sang “Hopelessly Devoted to You” to honor the pop great.
Imagine Dragons was nominated for four awards at Sunday's show, including favorite rock song for "Enemy."
Lauren Jauregui chatted with Billboard on the red carpet of the 2022 American Music Awards.
Kodak Black chatted with Billboard on the red carpet of the 2022 American Music Awards.
Anitta chatted with Billboard on the red carpet of the 2022 American Music Awards.
The Brazilian pop star also began her performance with a bit of her global solo smash "Envolver."
Latto chatted with Billboard on the red carpet of the 2022 American Music Awards.
