America isn't the only place that loves a good award ceremony ...
Europe clearly enjoys one too -- 'cause they brought out some big stars for the MTV European Music Awards. Stars flocked to Manchester, England Sunday night ..
. for the annual event -- including Shawn Mendes who belted out a couple songs onstage at the newly opened Co-op Live. Rita Ora handled hosting duties for the evening stunning in a futuristic outfit that showed off a ton of skin .
.. including her tight midriff.
And, Jodie Turner-Smith presented an award in a low-cut, black dress. "Beautiful Things" singer Benson Boone stunned the audience with his show -- hopping atop a tall platform and belting out some impressive notes in an angelic all-white outfit. Among the other stars in attendance .
.. Tyla , Busta Rhymes , LL Cool J , Peso Pluma , Teddy Swims , Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Gavin Rossdale and many more bold-faced names.
While they're technically called the European Music Awards, a ton of American artists -- from Taylor Swift and Ariana Grande to Sabrina Carpenter and Billie Eilish are up for trophies at the ceremony. Manchester looked like Hollywood tonight ..
. with stars galore and exciting shows!.
