Daring Demi Lovato puts her body confidence issues well behind her as she slips into a VERY plunging plum gown for Latin Grammy Awards
By Jade Watkins
She has had issues with body image in the past, contributing to her stint in a treatment centre last year.
But there was no doubt that Demi Lovato was well and truly confident in her skin tonight, as she stepped onto the red-carpet at the 12th annual Latin GRAMMY Awards at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
In fact, the 19-year-old Disney star stole the show, in her very plunging plum gown.
Mind the gap! Demi Lovato was well and truly confident in her skin tonight, as she stepped onto the red-carpet at the Latin Grammy Awards in a plunging plum gown
Standing out: All eyes were on the teenager, whose deep V-gap at the front of the frock showed off acres of chest and decolletageAll eyes were on the teenager, whose deep V-gap at the front of the frock showed off acres of chest and decolletage.
The stunning singer and actress let the daring dress do all the talking by simply pairing the look with a moonstone cocktail ring and some chandelier earrings.
She also had toned down her recently dyed bright red hair to a more classic richer chestnut hue.
Simple accessorising: The stunning singer and actress let the daring dress do all the talking by simply pairing the look with a moonstone cocktail ring and some chandelier earrings
Pretty locks: She also had toned down her recently dyed bright red hair to a
more classic richer chestnut hue
A year has passed since admitting herself to rehab - and recently she opened up to Latina Magazine about her life-changing decision:
'I thought I was going to lose everything when I checked myself into treatment. ... I didn't know if I would have a career at all when I came home,' she said.
On again: Demi's on/off boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama was also present at the awards night tonight, looking handsome in a black tuxedo jacket that he wore with an open neck shirt, which matched Demi's dress
From plum to purple: Demi took to the stage in a grape coloured dress
to perform with Pablo Alboran
'I can honestly say I'm glad I hit rock bottom when I did. ... I see a lot of young people in this industry who feel entitled because they haven't hit rock bottom yet. I feel blessed when I get an opportunity now.'
But this wasn't the singer's idea from the get-go. She went on to explain: 'It was influenced by management, publicists and family.
'But they were all bringing up a good point: What teens need most is someone they can relate to — someone they connect with on serious subjects like eating disorders, cutting, bipolar disorder, depression and bullying...
Dazzling: Sophia Vergara showing off her curves in a silver strapless gown
Flawless: The dress clung to the actress's curves in all the right places'Why wouldn't I be honest about it so I could help someone else?'
And lately it looks like Demi's love live is also going great.
Last month, the Skyscraper singer was caught in a serious smooch session with her 31-year-old ex-beau and That 70's star Wilmer Valderrama outside of his Los Angeles home.
He was also present at the awards night tonight looking handsome in a black tuxedo jacket that he wore with an open neck shirt, which matched Demi's dress.
After spending two months in the treatment facility for 'emotional and physical issues,' Demi reportedly reunited with the actor in late January.
Golden girl: Singer Shakira also went for a strapless number,
but instead opted for a gold hue
Curves: The 34-year-old's gown featured a bedazzled bodice,
which also tended to accentuate her cleavage
The 39-year-old Modern Family star did a series of sexy poses as she preened for the camera in the sizzling number.
The dress clung to the actress's curves in all the right places, especially accentuating her derriere and bust line.
Performance: Later in the night, the singer slipped into yet another
strapless dress to take to the stageThe sexy star paired the ensemble with equally dazzling diamonds, consisting of a pair hooped earrings, a large tennis bracelet and knuckleduster ring.
Making sure not to go too over the top, the TV actress wore her hair out in a subtle wave and had natural looking make-up expertly applied to her complexion.
Singer Shakira also went for a strapless number, but instead opted for a gold hue.
Off the mark? The second ensemble seemingly swamped her tiny figureThe 34-year-old's gown featured a bedazzled bodice, which also tended to accentuate her cleavage.
The shade of the dress almost matched her golden hair, which she wore swept up in an up-do.
She paired the look with just a mere pair of chandelier earrings in matching gold.
Those hips don't lie! Shakira also slipped into a pair of tight black trousers and a sheer top to perform one of three of her numbers
Later in the night, the singer slipped into yet another strapless dress to take to the stage and perform.
But her second ensemble seemingly swamped her tiny figure.
The dropped hemline on the pink diamante encrusted gown appeared to have shorten the 5'2 star.
Sexy moves: She made sure to show plenty of her famous
dance moves during the performanceShe still however had a ball onstage, flouncing her silk skirt around to full effect.
Shakira performed three songs during the night, including her hit song Loca.
Later she slipped into a pair of tight black trousers and a sheer top to take to the stage, and made sure to show plenty of her famous dance moves with plenty of hip and booty shaking.
Goddess in green: Like Demi, actress Zoe Saldana also made a grand entrance looking gorgeous in a green sequined gownShakira was also honored as the Latin Grammys Person of the Year on the night.
She was presented the award by actress Vergara, who Shakira revealed she used to once live close to in the town of Barranquilla, Colombia.
Accepting the accolade she said: 'What better than to receive it from Sofia, we lived closed to each other in Barranquilla, that's what people don't know. This is without a doubt one of the most important moments of my life.'
Different looks: Mexican singer and actress Paulina Rubio had a fashion flop in her glittering dress, while Sandra Echeverria looked ready to party in her mini-dress
Is that you J-Lo? Former Cheetah Girl and girlfriend of Robert Kardashian also went daring for the event in a Jennifer Lopez-inspired gown
Like Demi, actress Zoe Saldana also made a grand entrance, looking gorgeous in a green sequined gown.
The emerald dress was the perfect cut for the 33-year-old's petite figure, and she opted to wear zero accessories, making sure to not take the attention away from the dress.
Mexican singer and actress Paulina Rubio on the other hand had a fashion flop in her glittering dress.
Long and lovely: Model and TV host Chiquinquira Delgado, actress Arlene Tur and Tanya Charry all looked stunning in their array of floor-length gowns
Ready to party was fellow Mexican singer/actress Sandra Echeverria, who stepped out in a very short corseted frock.
The 26-year-old showed plenty of leg in the party dress, which she paired with gunmetal Christian Louboutin stilettos and a metallic clutch.
Lovely in lace: Singer Paula Fernandes and Journalist Barbara Bermudo were both sizzling in their lace trimmed gownsFormer Cheetah Girl and girlfriend of Robert Kardashian also went daring for the event in a Jennifer Lopez-inspired gown.
The outfit featured cut-outs at the side, which showed off her toned stomach.
In fact the 28-year-old was such a dead ringer for the American Idol judge, especially with her hair slicked back in a tight bun.
Lopez's ex-husband Marc Anthony also took to the stage during the night, with both rapper Pitbull and Shakira.
Winners included Puerto Rican urban music duo Calle 13, who won a whopping six out of 10 awards they were up for.
Other winners included Paquito D'Rivera, who won two awards including Best Latin Jazz Album, and Ruben Blades, who won Best Salsa Album.
Close: Marc also performed with Shakira who was honored as the
Latin Grammys Person of the Year
By Jade Watkins
She has had issues with body image in the past, contributing to her stint in a treatment centre last year.
But there was no doubt that Demi Lovato was well and truly confident in her skin tonight, as she stepped onto the red-carpet at the 12th annual Latin GRAMMY Awards at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
In fact, the 19-year-old Disney star stole the show, in her very plunging plum gown.
Mind the gap! Demi Lovato was well and truly confident in her skin tonight, as she stepped onto the red-carpet at the Latin Grammy Awards in a plunging plum gown
Standing out: All eyes were on the teenager, whose deep V-gap at the front of the frock showed off acres of chest and decolletage
The stunning singer and actress let the daring dress do all the talking by simply pairing the look with a moonstone cocktail ring and some chandelier earrings.
She also had toned down her recently dyed bright red hair to a more classic richer chestnut hue.
Simple accessorising: The stunning singer and actress let the daring dress do all the talking by simply pairing the look with a moonstone cocktail ring and some chandelier earrings
Pretty locks: She also had toned down her recently dyed bright red hair to a
more classic richer chestnut hue
As time passes Demi has been changing herself inside and out one step at a time.
A year has passed since admitting herself to rehab - and recently she opened up to Latina Magazine about her life-changing decision:
'I thought I was going to lose everything when I checked myself into treatment. ... I didn't know if I would have a career at all when I came home,' she said.
On again: Demi's on/off boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama was also present at the awards night tonight, looking handsome in a black tuxedo jacket that he wore with an open neck shirt, which matched Demi's dress
From plum to purple: Demi took to the stage in a grape coloured dress
to perform with Pablo Alboran
But this wasn't the singer's idea from the get-go. She went on to explain: 'It was influenced by management, publicists and family.
'But they were all bringing up a good point: What teens need most is someone they can relate to — someone they connect with on serious subjects like eating disorders, cutting, bipolar disorder, depression and bullying...
Dazzling: Sophia Vergara showing off her curves in a silver strapless gown
Flawless: The dress clung to the actress's curves in all the right places
And lately it looks like Demi's love live is also going great.
Last month, the Skyscraper singer was caught in a serious smooch session with her 31-year-old ex-beau and That 70's star Wilmer Valderrama outside of his Los Angeles home.
He was also present at the awards night tonight looking handsome in a black tuxedo jacket that he wore with an open neck shirt, which matched Demi's dress.
After spending two months in the treatment facility for 'emotional and physical issues,' Demi reportedly reunited with the actor in late January.
Golden girl: Singer Shakira also went for a strapless number,
but instead opted for a gold hue
Curves: The 34-year-old's gown featured a bedazzled bodice,
which also tended to accentuate her cleavage
Meanwhile, back on the red-carpet Sophia Vergara showed off her curves in a silver strapless gown.
The 39-year-old Modern Family star did a series of sexy poses as she preened for the camera in the sizzling number.
The dress clung to the actress's curves in all the right places, especially accentuating her derriere and bust line.
Performance: Later in the night, the singer slipped into yet another
strapless dress to take to the stage
Making sure not to go too over the top, the TV actress wore her hair out in a subtle wave and had natural looking make-up expertly applied to her complexion.
Singer Shakira also went for a strapless number, but instead opted for a gold hue.
Off the mark? The second ensemble seemingly swamped her tiny figure
The shade of the dress almost matched her golden hair, which she wore swept up in an up-do.
She paired the look with just a mere pair of chandelier earrings in matching gold.
Those hips don't lie! Shakira also slipped into a pair of tight black trousers and a sheer top to perform one of three of her numbers
But her second ensemble seemingly swamped her tiny figure.
The dropped hemline on the pink diamante encrusted gown appeared to have shorten the 5'2 star.
Sexy moves: She made sure to show plenty of her famous
dance moves during the performance
Shakira performed three songs during the night, including her hit song Loca.
Later she slipped into a pair of tight black trousers and a sheer top to take to the stage, and made sure to show plenty of her famous dance moves with plenty of hip and booty shaking.
Goddess in green: Like Demi, actress Zoe Saldana also made a grand entrance looking gorgeous in a green sequined gown
She was presented the award by actress Vergara, who Shakira revealed she used to once live close to in the town of Barranquilla, Colombia.
Accepting the accolade she said: 'What better than to receive it from Sofia, we lived closed to each other in Barranquilla, that's what people don't know. This is without a doubt one of the most important moments of my life.'
Different looks: Mexican singer and actress Paulina Rubio had a fashion flop in her glittering dress, while Sandra Echeverria looked ready to party in her mini-dress
Is that you J-Lo? Former Cheetah Girl and girlfriend of Robert Kardashian also went daring for the event in a Jennifer Lopez-inspired gown
The emerald dress was the perfect cut for the 33-year-old's petite figure, and she opted to wear zero accessories, making sure to not take the attention away from the dress.
Mexican singer and actress Paulina Rubio on the other hand had a fashion flop in her glittering dress.
Long and lovely: Model and TV host Chiquinquira Delgado, actress Arlene Tur and Tanya Charry all looked stunning in their array of floor-length gowns
The 40-year-old's gown featured an unflattering criss-cross at the front, and odd fin detailing at the hips.
Ready to party was fellow Mexican singer/actress Sandra Echeverria, who stepped out in a very short corseted frock.
The 26-year-old showed plenty of leg in the party dress, which she paired with gunmetal Christian Louboutin stilettos and a metallic clutch.
Lovely in lace: Singer Paula Fernandes and Journalist Barbara Bermudo were both sizzling in their lace trimmed gowns
The outfit featured cut-outs at the side, which showed off her toned stomach.
In fact the 28-year-old was such a dead ringer for the American Idol judge, especially with her hair slicked back in a tight bun.
Lopez's ex-husband Marc Anthony also took to the stage during the night, with both rapper Pitbull and Shakira.
Winners included Puerto Rican urban music duo Calle 13, who won a whopping six out of 10 awards they were up for.
Other winners included Paquito D'Rivera, who won two awards including Best Latin Jazz Album, and Ruben Blades, who won Best Salsa Album.
Close: Marc also performed with Shakira who was honored as the
Latin Grammys Person of the Year