The MTV VMAs are tonight, and, as always, promise to be dramatic and over the top. But the fun started last night, August 20, with the Kickoff Concert! Lots of celebs attended, included soon-to-be reality stars Ashlee Simpson and Evan Ross. They watched a great show that included Rita Ora, Liam Payne, and Bebe Rexha. Click through the gallery to see all the photos!
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Ashlee was just as brightly dressed in a bright yellow dress. It was shiny — maybe made of vinyl or leather. It didn't look particularly cool for the summer heat. The "Pieces of Me" singer finished the looked with a bright red clutch and sandals.
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One of the performers at the concert was Liam, 24. He's nominated for the Best Dance VMA with Zedd for "Get Low." The former One Directioner is also set to present.
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Rita and Bebe also performed last night. Like Liam, Rita is nominated in Best Dance for "Lonely Together" with the late Avicii. That video is also up for Best Special Effects. Bebe is nominated for Best Collaboration with Florida Georgia Line for "Meant To Be." Model Winnie Harlow was also on hand for the festivities.
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Ashlee was just as brightly dressed in a bright yellow dress. It was shiny — maybe made of vinyl or leather. It didn't look particularly cool for the summer heat. The "Pieces of Me" singer finished the looked with a bright red clutch and sandals.
Photo credit: Getty Images
One of the performers at the concert was Liam, 24. He's nominated for the Best Dance VMA with Zedd for "Get Low." The former One Directioner is also set to present.
Photo credit: Getty Images
Rita and Bebe also performed last night. Like Liam, Rita is nominated in Best Dance for "Lonely Together" with the late Avicii. That video is also up for Best Special Effects. Bebe is nominated for Best Collaboration with Florida Georgia Line for "Meant To Be." Model Winnie Harlow was also on hand for the festivities.
Will you be tuning in for tonight's MTV VMAs? Let us know in the comments!
Photo credit: Getty Images