It was one of the biggest nights of the year for the music industry, and the 2009 American Music Awards was filled with plenty of excitement.

And it was no surprise that Taylor Swift dominated the categories in which she competed, winning a total of 5 trophies (including Favorite Artist of the Year) and accepting the honors via satellite from London, England.

During one of her speeches, the “Love Story” songstress exclaimed, “To even be mentioned in a category with Michael Jackson… is an unimaginable honor. I’m sending my love to the Jackson family.”

The late King of Pop was awarded four trophies, including Favorite Soul/R&B Artist, Favorite Pop/Rock Male Vocalist, Favorite Pop/Rock Album, and Favorite Soul/R&B Album. His brother Jermaine proclaimed, “It’s not just about the winnings, the awards. It’s mainly the message. The message Michael had will live on forever. He saw good in everyone … Start with love and let’s love each other.”

Other big AMA winners were:

• Favorite Pop/Rock Band/Duo/Group – The Black Eyed Peas

• Favorite Country Band/Duo/Group – Rascal Flatts

• Favorite Alternative Artist – Green Day

• Favorite Country Male Artist – Keith Urban

• Favorite Soul/R&B Female Artist – Beyoncé

• Breakthrough Artist Award – Gloriana International

• Artist of the Year – Whitney Houston

• Favorite Hip-Hop Male Artist – Jay-Z

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