Grammys 2018: Music stars win big, make statements with dress, acts

There are numerous talking points at the Grammy Awards, the biggest night for the music industry, held at Madison Square Garden in New York on Sunday. (Photos: AP/ AFP)

Lady Gaga displayed a white rose on the red carpet, like celebrities wearing black at the recently held Golden Globes, to support the Time’s Up movement against sexual harassment in the industry.

Kelly Clarkson, who arrived with her husband Brandon Blackstock, also flaunted the white rose. Eve, Rita Ora, Cyndi Lauper and Lana Del Ray were some of the other stars who also lent their support to the movement with white roses.

Lady Gaga, who was nominated in two categories, best pop vocal album for ‘Joanne and best pop solo performance for ‘Million Reasons’ performed the latter looking dazzling in white.

Popular artists Shaggy and Sting came together for a performance and even put up a mini-skit where Sting asks, "Whose stupid idea was this?" and ," Shaggy responded "Wasn't me”, referring to his popular song.

Sir Elton John performed ‘Tiny Dancer’ and was joined by Miley Cyrus during the act. While the legendary musician wore his signature tux, the youngster dazzled in a maroon gown.

Daddy Yankke and Luis Fonci performed to their blockbuster track ‘Despacito’. The Spanish track has broken several records on various streaming and other platforms.

Kesha took the stage by storm by delivering an emotional performance with a rendition of her ballad 'Praying' alongside Cyndi Lauper, Camila Cabello, Julia Michaels and Andra Day. The singers paid homage to the 'Me Too' and 'Time's Up' movement, as they sang in unison before a chorus of women all dressed in white.

Pink took to the stage to perform 'Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken' from her 2017 album 'Beautiful Trauma'. Wearing a white over-the-shoulder shirt and denim jeans, the musician ditched her aerial acts to evoke an emotional performance.

Hillary Clinton made a cameo as she appeared on screen reading an excerpt from the book ‘Fire and Fury’, a book by Michael Wolff on the Donald Trump rule, during a skit.

Rihanna put up an energetic performance comprising of African-inspired dance moves in a pink dress. She performed to ‘Wild Thoughts’ and was joined by DJ Khaled and Bryson Tille.

The singer also won the Best Rap/Sung Collaboration with Kendrick Lamar for their song Loyalty. Lamar was one of the big winners of the night, picking up five awards, including Best Rap Album award.

The singer also won the Best Rap/Sung Collaboration with Kendrick Lamar for their song Loyalty. Lamar was one of the big winners of the night, picking up five awards, including Best Rap Album award.