As we journey through the annals of music history, let’s take a moment to remember an electrifying moment from 2014 when Dick Clark Productions and Billboard that the pop sensation Katy Perry would perform her hit single “Birthday” for the first time on television. This landmark event took place at the Billboard Music Awards. Joining her were a galaxy of music stars, each contributing to a night of unforgettable performances. From 5 Seconds of Summer to Ricky Martin, the roster was filled with diverse, talented artists all under one roof. Rewind to the 18th of May, 2014, when the awards were broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Let’s dive in and relive the magic.
Three-time Billboard Music Award winner Katy Perry, a finalist in 10 categories that year, including Top and Top Hot 100 Song, performed via satellite from her PRISMATIC WORLD TOUR. The tour kicked off on 7th May in Belfast, and had 17 dates in the United Kingdom. The tour later extended to North America, Australia, and New Zealand for a total of 107 shows, with more dates planned for 2015.
Katy Perry’s Career Milestones
In 2011, Perry was the Top Hot 100 and the Top Digital Songs . In 2012, she received the Spotlight Award, honoring her achievement as the first woman to earn five No. 1 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart from one (“Teenage Dream”). Her hit “Birthday” climbed its way into the Top 15 on the Billboard Pop Songs Chart in 2014.
2014 Milestone Award Voting
The 2014 Milestone Award presented by Chevrolet was determined by fan voting. The special editorial award was given to an innovative artist who achieved a notable chart milestone over the past year.
Billboard Music Awards Pre-Show
The 2014 Billboard Music Award festivities began with the “Samsung Galaxy Red Carpet LIVE! @ The 2014 Billboard Music Awards,” which live-streamed on Yahoo. The two-hour pre-show was hosted by Lance Bass, Jordin Sparks, Ted Stryker and more.
During the awards, fans could ask questions to their favorite nominees, presenters, and performers using Instagram’s Q&;A Station. Answers appeared on the @officialbbmas Instagram account.
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