Sexiest Billboard Music Awards Dresses Ever: Photos of Priyanka Chopra & More

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November 18, 2023 1:14PM EST

Ahead of the 2023 Billboard Music Awards, look back at the sexiest red carpet dresses worn by the biggest stars in years past.

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Billboard Music Awards Sexiest Dresses Ever

Billboard Music Awards Sexiest Dresses Ever — The Billboard Music Awards bring about some of the best fashion moments each year. From thigh-high slit dresses to plunging necklines, some of the hottest names in music aren’t afraid to show a bit of skin on the carpet. Luckily, this isn’t one of the shows that demands a certain standard of attire, so the stars can get more creative with their red carpet looks.

In 2018, Taylor Swift and Jennifer Lopez each put their own spin on thigh-high slit dresses – and they couldn’t have been more different. Taylor’s pink gown was all kinds of feminine, while JLo opted for an edgy snakeskin number. But we can agree both ensembles were HOT. These ladies aren’t the only ones who’ve killed it at the show. Get clicking through this gallery to see some of the sexiest dresses to ever be worn on the red carpet of the Billboard Music Awards.

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Megan Fox

Megan Fox — Megan Fox stunned in a figure-hugging black dress with a super deep neckline and high slit at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards on May 15. She accessorized with clear pumps and 3-D floral gloves.

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Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion — Megan Thee Stallion wowed in a nude dress during the 2022 Billboard Music Awards. Stunning!

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Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra — Priyanka Chopra came to slay while attending the 2021 BBMAs. She rocked a sheer, plunging gown with thigh-high slit and belted midsection.

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Alicia Keys

Alicia Keys — Alicia Keys was pretty in pink at the 2021 BBMAs. She rocked a pink crop top and matching pants, along with a long caped train.

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Doja Cat

Doja Cat — Doja Cat is striped and fierce in a Beetlejuice-inspired look at the 2021 BBMAs. She wore a crop top and high-waisted pants oufit.

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Kehlani

Kehlani — Kehlani gives mermaid vibes in her red hot look at the 2021 BBMAs. She paired a sequined crop top with a red skirt.

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Doja Cat in 2020

Doja Cat in 2020 — Doja Cat takes the stage to accept an award during the 2020 Billboard Music Awards. She wore a strapless dress, which featured a majorly low-cut neckline, as well as a leg slit up the center.

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Cardi B

Cardi B — Cardi B arrives at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards Red Carpet held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV on May 1. She worked this stunning yellow number that put her abs on display.

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Ciara

Ciara — Ciara arrives at the Billboard Music Awards on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. She stunned in this black gown.

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Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift — Taylor Swift arrives at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards Red Carpet held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV on May 1, 2019. She looked stunning in this lavendar mini-dress.

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Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra — Priyanka Chopra arrives at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards Red Carpet held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, NV on May 1, 2019. She looked so glam in her white dress.

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Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift — Taylor Swift stunned at the Billboard Music Awards in an Atelier Versace gown on May 20, 2018. The singer’s pink dress featured a thigh-high slit that showed off her long legs and her platform heels.

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Padma Lakshmi

Padma Lakshmi — Padma Lakshmi turned heads at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas on May 20, 2018 in a silver look from The Blonds. The dress had everything from a sweetheart neckline to a thigh-high slit.

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Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa — Dua Lipa made a statement on the Billboard Music Awards red carpet in May 2018. The singer rocked a plunging purple gown by Alexandre Vauthier with black heels and a silver necklace.

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Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez — Jennifer Lopez looked incredibly sexy at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards. The singer stunned in a snakeskin look by Roberto Cavalli.

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Ciara

Ciara — Ciara opted for a gorgeous sparkly sheer dress by Julien Macdonald for the 2018 Billboard Music Awards. The singer rounded out her look with strappy heels.

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Olivia Munn

Olivia Munn — Olivia Munn opted for a sheer dress by Redemption for the Billboard Music Awards on May 21, 2017. The dress draped over high-waisted briefs and featured a pretty floral pattern.

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Lea Michele

Lea Michele — Lea Michele showed a bit of skin in her partially see-through David Koma dress at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. She wore high-waisted briefs underneath that peaked through the sheer fabric.

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Rita Ora

Rita Ora — Rita Ora looked incredible in a partially sheer Francesco Scognamiglio ensemble at the Billboard Music Awards in 2017. The singer completed her look with strappy heels.

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Hailey Baldwin

Hailey Baldwin — Hailey Baldwin was glowing at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards. The model opted for a beige pluning gown by Alexander Vauthier.

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Jenna Dewan

Jenna Dewan — Jenna Dewan showed off her legs at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards. She looked amazing in a studded leather mini dress by Zuhair Murad.

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Rihanna

Rihanna — Rihanna killed it at the Billboard Music Awards on Dec. 4, 2006. The singer opted for a plunging white dress.

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Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande — Ariana Grande arrived at the Billboard Music Awards at the T-Mobile Arena, in Las Vegas looking absolutely gorgeous in 2016. The singer wore a blue and black gown with cutouts.

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Miranda Lambert

Miranda Lambert — Miranda Lambert rocked a pink mini dress by Georges Hobeika to the 2014 Billboard Music Awards. The mini dress had a sheer panel that showed off some cleavage for an added element of sexiness.

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Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson — Taraji P. Henson was glowing at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards. She stunned in a black Alexandre Vauthier gown with cutouts.

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Halsey

Halsey — Halsey showed some skin on the 2017 Billboard Music Awards red carpet. The singer opted for a Sergio Hudson bra and a khaki skirt by Junn. J.

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Rita Ora In 2015

Rita Ora In 2015 — Rita Ora owned the 2015 Billboard Music Awards red carpet. The singer showed up in a super sexy gown that had cutouts, a thigh-high slit and a plunging neckline.

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Kelly Rowland

Kelly Rowland — Kelly Rowland stepped onto the 2014 Billboard Music Awards red carpet looking so fierce. She wore a black bra top with a high-waisted slit skirt.

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Jennifer Lopez In 2015

Jennifer Lopez In 2015 — Jennifer Lopez showed some skin in a Charbel Zoe gown at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards. The singer’s dress featured sheer panels all over with the largest one revealing her abs and some cleavage.

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Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey — Mariah Carey stunned at the Billboard Music Awards on May 17, 2015. The singer opted for a plunging high-low dress.

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Britney Spears In 2016

Britney Spears In 2016 — Britney Spears slayed at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards. The singer showed up in a sheer Reem Acra mini dress over a bra and underwear.

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Ciara In 2016

Ciara In 2016 — Ciara was a glittery goddess at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards. She wore a silver Philipp Plein gown that revealed some skin from the sides.

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Camila Cabello

Camila Cabello — Back when she was still part of Fifth Harmony, Camila Cabello stood out on the 2016 Billboard Music Awards red carpet. She opted for a backless thigh-high slit gown.

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Kylie Jenner In 2014

Kylie Jenner In 2014 — Kylie Jenner attended the 2014 Billboard Music Awards. She stunned in a tight white dress.

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Nicki Minaj

Nicki Minaj — Nicki Minaj looked amazing at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards. She rocked a black Alexander McQueen gown with cutouts on the bodice.

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Jennifer Lopez In 2013

Jennifer Lopez In 2013 — Jennifer Lopez arrived at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on in Las Vegas looking gorgeous. She wore a sparkly plunging gown.

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Selena Gomez In 2013

Selena Gomez In 2013 — Selena Gomez arrived at the Billboard Music Awards in May 2013 in a pretty white gown. The dress featured a thigh-high slit and a cutout down the front.

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Miley Cyrus In 2012

Miley Cyrus In 2012 — Miley Cyrus stunned in a white blazer dress at the 2012 Billboard Music Awards. She paired the mini dress with striped heels.

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Selena Gomez In 2011

Selena Gomez In 2011 — Selena Gomez made an appearance at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards. She wore a black gown with cutouts and a thigh-high slit.

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Nicole Scherzinger

Nicole Scherzinger — Nicole Scherzinger opted for a plunging Maria Lucia Hohan gown when she attended the Billboard Music Awards in 2017. The singer accessorized with silver jewelry.

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