LOS ANGELES -- The 2016 American Music Awards are just two days away and dozens of artists are preparing to perform and present awards.
Co-host Jay Pharoah said being a part of the special night on Sunday means a lot to him.
"It's not picked by some stiffs behind closed doors. It's picked for the people, and I think that means more because your fans make you and elevate you at times when you are down and low," he said. "And I think the fact that the people get the choice to vote, that just makes the award even more heartfelt."
Model Gigi Hadid, who is also hosting the award show, has a list of celebrities she's excited to watch perform live.
"I'm a huge fan of Ariana Grande's music, and so I'm really excited to see her. Also, Chainsmokers - I've never seen them perform, so I'm very excited for that...And Sting, it's amazing that he's performing at the AMAs," she said.
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On Friday, vocal duo The Chainsmokers were seen rehearsing with singer Halsey at the Microsoft Theater in preparation for the big night. They are just some of several artists expected to perform.
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Viewers will also see on stage Justin Bieber, Fifth Harmony, Lady Gaga, Green Day, John Legend, Shawn Mendes, Twenty One Pilots and Maroon 5 with Kendrick Lamar.
Watch the 2016 American Music Awards on Sunday, Nov. 20 at 8 p.m. PST on ABC.
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