The MTV Europe Awards took place on Denmark on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Justin Timberlake has emerged as the big star of the show: he was the host on the night, sang two songs, and won two awards, as best male and best pop artist. On receiving the best male award, Timberlake told the packed venue:\"Thanks MTV. Thanks Copenhagen. And thanks to my mum for birthing me best male.\"
Gnarls Barkley were big winners too: the duo won an award in the category best song for their huge hit Crazy and the future sound award.
Main categories
Rihanna picked up the award for best R&B artist, Christina Aguilera won as best female artist. The Killers won as best rock act. The Red Hot Chili Peppers won the best album award for thair latest release \"Stadium Arcadium\".
Although called the MTV Europe Awards, the ceremony was once again dominated by US acts. But not all the MTV Europe awards went to Americans: Depeche Mode was awarded as best band. And rock trio Muse took the MTV trophy for best alternative act. They also took to the stage with a great live performance and a spectacular light show.
The winners of the main categories are voted for by MTV viewers all around the world. Check the winner in each category here.
