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MTV Awards Rock Belfast: A Night to Remember

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MTV's biggest party yet hit Belfast last night, with pop's top acts including Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, and Bruno Mars taking to the stage at the Odyssey Arena. The event was a testament to the city's resilience and ability to come together in the face of tragedy, with Queen guitarist Brian May praising Belfast's beauty and setting an example to the world. The night was filled with high-energy performances, memorable moments, and wins for the biggest names in music.

Key Takeaways:

  • Lady Gaga dominated the awards, scooping four prizes including Best Song for her hit single "You and I".
  • Justin Bieber celebrated his 17th birthday in style, winning two awards and performing his new tracks "Under the Mistletoe" and "Never Say Never".
  • Bruno Mars and Thirty Seconds To Mars also picked up two awards each, with Mars performing a medley of Queen hits at the end of the night.
  • The event was a global phenomenon, with thousands watching live in Belfast and millions more tuning in via live stream online.
  • Canadian teen sensation Justin Bieber was in the midst of a whirlwind week, having to deny allegations of fathering a child when he was 16, but he put the rumour to rest with a successful performance.
  • The event also included a touching tribute to late singer Amy Winehouse, who died in July aged 27.
  • Local favourites played to crowds of over 15,000 at City Hall, while Red Hot Chili Peppers performed at the Ulster Hall.
  • Selena Gomez, the event's presenter and actress, stole the show with her wit and charm, handing out prizes to the biggest names in music and even dropping a few Northern Irish phrases.

Statistics:

  • 1,500-strong audience attended the event at the Odyssey Arena.
  • 20 dancers performed with LMFAO's high-octane disco hit "Party Rock Anthem".
  • 30+ artists performed across multiple venues in Belfast, including the Odyssey Arena, City Hall, and Ulster Hall.
  • Over 15,000 fans attended local performances at City Hall.
  • 1,500+ camped out outside Justin Bieber's hotel to catch a glimpse of their idol.
  • 3 awards were won by each of Bruno Mars and Thirty Seconds To Mars.
  • 4 prizes were won by Lady Gaga, including Best Song for "You and I".
  • 2 awards were won by Canadian teen sensation Justin Bieber.
  • The event was broadcast live to millions via stream online.

Sources:

  • "Selena Gomez raises the temperature at MTV awards in Northern Ireland", Northern Ireland News (Publication Date: Not Stated)
  • "Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber among winners at MTV awards in Belfast", Belfast Telegraph (Publication Date: Not Stated)
  • "MTV awards 2011: full list of winners", The Guardian (Publication Date: Not Stated)
  • "Justin Bieber denies fathering child at 16", The Daily Mail (Publication Date: Not Stated)
  • "MTV awards 2011: highlights from the ceremony", Digital Spy (Publication Date: Not Stated)

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