But never one to be overshadowed, Lady Gaga, then 23, made some pop culture history of her own that night.
While singing "Paparazzi," blood poured out from under the artists' leotard.
“I’m your biggest fan, I’ll follow you until you love me,” Gaga wailed desperately, her once-pristine outfit now daubed in scarlet.
“I think Lady Gaga is the best performer of our generation.” The “Drivers License” singer appeared to take notes.
As well as taking home the Best New Artist trophy in 2009, Gaga went on to win another two, for Best Special Effects and Best Art Direction.
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