THERE WERE FLAMES ON STAGE, glitter showers, video walls, LED light displays and one giant, flying animatronic bird at the MTV European Music Awards, held at the SSE Arena in London on Nov. 12. Adding to the visual spectacle were host Rita Ora’s colourful outfits featuring wigs of every hue, and bold fashion statements from many of the guests—including Jared Leto’s hot pink, red and mauve ensemble and Kesha’s holographic cape. There was no disappointment on the musical side, either, with standout diva performances from Demi Lovato, Camila Cabello and Ora herself.
Winning the night’s big award of Best Artist, Shawn Mendes, there with his gran, beat out Ariana Grande, Kendrick Lamar, Ed Sheeran, Miley Cyrus and Taylor Swift. “The artists in this category are people I’ve looked up to…