The Weeknd breaks Billboard Awards record!
The Weeknd scooped up eight accolades, breaking the record at Billboard Awards 2016.
The Canadian presence was fierce at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards, with The Weeknd, Justin Bieber and Drake winning trophies while Céline Dion took home a lifetime achievement award.
The Weeknd, who's real name is Abel Tesfaye, won eight awards, more than any male artist in Billboard history.
The sweep included Top R&B song for The Hills, Top Hot 100 Artist and Top R&B album for Beauty Behind the Madness.
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