Rihanna Honoured With First-ever Icon Award at the AMAs

Rihanna accepting her award

Last night inside the Nokia Theatre, at the annual American Music Awards Rihanna took home the Icon Award.  The award was presented by her mother Monica Fenty who couldn't have been prouder taking to the stage to give her daughter the first-ever Icon Award.

"Rihanna, I'm so proud of you tonight," Fenty said. "I know the journey in your career has not always been an easy one, but tonight I applaud and admire you."

The singer, who performed her hit "Diamonds," seemed awed that she was receiving such an accolade so early in her career.

"My fans, I love you so much; you have no idea," Rihanna said. "I can't believe at 25, I am holding an Icon Award!"

Rihanna performing "Diamonds"

 

After the presentation Rihanna performed her song "Diamonds,”. She also took home honours for favourite soul/R&B female artist.

 

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