Rihanna's 2011 Billboard Music Awards Arrival
Among the high-profile names on-hand for this year's ceremony, Rihanna made a grand arrival to the 2011 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas, Nevada on Sunday evening (May 22).
With the ritzy MGM Grand acting as the venue, the "S&M" singer turned up in an all-white ensemble as she joined Mary J Blige on the red carpet while being the top nominee earner with 18 bids.
As for the show, the Ken Jeong hosted Billboard Music Awards feature performances by other big names including Ke$ha, Nicki Minaj, the Black Eyed Peas, Lil Wayne and numerous other top acts.
With presenters including Selena Gomez, Taylor Swift, Joe Jonas and Matthew Morrison, the show also features a special tribute to Beyonce Knowles - as she's set to be presented with the Billboard Millenium Award for her undeniably successful career achievements.
With presenters including Selena Gomez, Taylor Swift, Joe Jonas and Matthew Morrison, the show also features a special tribute to Beyonce Knowles - as she's set to be presented with the Billboard Millenium Award for her undeniably successful career achievements.