Britney Spears earned two awards: Album of the Year for Blackout and Act of 2008. The singer showed her gratitude by video.
Katy Perry, who was performing that evening, received the New Act award. Pink’s song, So What, was chosen as the Most Addictive Track. 30 Seconds to Mars earned Best Video for A Beautiful Lie and the Rock Out award.
Bono presented the trophy in tribute to Paul McCartney who paid his thanks to Ringo and the late Beatles members, George and John
There were several performances during the evening, including ones by Take That, Duffy, Beyonce and Kid Rock.