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  • Joy Awards are Saudi Arabia\u2019s largest event honoring the Arab world\u2019s leading artists and their achievements<\/li>\n
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    RIYADH: The annual Joy Awards honored Arab talent with musical performances that serenaded a star-studded guest list at Riyadh\u2019s Kingdom Arena on Saturday.<\/p>\n

    The award show opened with a concert by Christina Aguilera, who performed \u201cThe Voice Within\u201d and her hit song \u201cGenie in a Bottle.\u201d<\/p>\n

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    Tunisian model and actress Azza Slimene at the Joy Awards. (AN Photo\/Jafer Saleh)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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    Musical icons Mohammed Abdo and Andrea Bocelli performed together, blending Gulf and Italian sounds.<\/p>\n

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    Lebanese singer Wael Kfoury and Canadian artist Michael Buble collaborated on a striking rendition of Frank Sinatra\u2019s \u201cMy Way,\u201d performed in both English and Arabic. (X, formerly known as Twitter)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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    Lebanese singer Wael Kfoury and Canadian artist Michael Buble collaborated on a striking rendition of Frank Sinatra\u2019s \u201cMy Way,\u201d performed in both English and Arabic.<\/p>\n

    Amanda Seyfried, Morgan Freeman and Matthew McConaughey were among the international and local celebrities who showcased their dazzling ensembles on the ceremony\u2019s iconic lavender carpet on Saturday.<\/p>\n

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    Morgan Freeman with business partner Lori McCreary at the Joy Awards. (Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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    As a tribute to her first visit to the Kingdom, US actress Kate Siegel attended the ceremony wearing a pearly white dress with black drapings by Saudi brand Abadia.<\/p>\n

    \u201cI picked it because I wanted to represent Saudi Arabian designers and fashion, especially here in Riyadh, which is such an upcoming hot spot for Saudi Arabian fashion,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

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    As a tribute to her first visit to the Kingdom, US actress Kate Siegel attended the ceremony wearing a pearly white dress with black drapings by Saudi brand Abadia. (Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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    Lebanese actress Nawal Kamel arrived in a black and silver studded gown designed by her go-to Lebanese fashion designer, Joelle Nemnum.<\/p>\n

    \u201cI can\u2019t believe I\u2019m here. I\u2019m very excited to meet the (Saudi) people up close. I know many people from Lebanon but being here and seeing the locals, who are so different and incredible, is amazing. They (Saudis) are so kind and welcoming \u2014 they truly lift you up and take care of you. I\u2019m so grateful to be here and to witness the Joy Awards,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

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    Amanda Seyfried arrived in a fiery red Valentino gown. (Getty Images)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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    Held at the Kingdom Arena, the Joy Awards are Saudi Arabia\u2019s largest event recognizing and honoring the Arab world\u2019s leading artists and their achievements. The event is part of Riyadh Season and is co-organized by MBC Group.<\/p>\n

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    Lebanese actress Bernadette Hodeib. (AN Photo\/Jafer Saleh)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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    The winners were selected based on public voting through an application launched by the General Entertainment Authority. The list included candidates across various categories. The nominees were carefully chosen by specialized committees based on their efforts and achievements over the past year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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