MTV EMAs red carpet: Rita Ora, Ed Sheeran lead arrivals

The MTV Europe Music Awards were finally back this year with the music industry gathering in Budapest, Hungary, for the ceremony hosted by American rapper Saweetie.

The awards show featured performances by Kim Petras, Ed Sheeran, One Republic and Imagine Dragons, but it was the red carpet arrivals beforehand that we couldn't get enough of.

Saweetie and Winnie Harlow poses during the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards
Saweetie, who hosted the show, poses with Winnie Harlow at the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards. Photo: Getty

Rita Ora and Taika Waititi

Leading the red carpet arrivals was The Voice coach Rita Ora and New Zealand director Taika Waititi, who went public with their surprise romance earlier this year.

Rita looked stunning in a black, feathery jumpsuit, complete with a long train. She and Taika had a bit of fun with photographers.

Rita Ora attends the MTV EMAs 2021
Rita Ora stood out in a feathery jumpsuit. Photo: Getty
Taika Waititi and Rita Ora attend the MTV EMAs 2021
Taika Waititi and Rita Ora had some fun with photographers. Photo: Getty

 

Model's daring red carpet appearance at MTV EMAs

Meanwhile, Argentinian model Cecilia Rodriguez left very little to the imagination in a black, wrap-style dress. She put on a very daring red carpet display, also making out with Ignazio Moser for the cameras.

Argentinian model Cecilia Rodriguez. Photos: Getty
Argentinian model Cecilia Rodriguez. Photos: Getty

Ed Sheeran returns after Covid diagnosis

Superstar Ed Sheeran was also back on deck having recently had to cancel all public appearances after testing positive to Covid-19.

The singer opened the show and also secured two major wins Best Artist and Best Song for his 'Bad Habits'.

Ed Sheeran poses during the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards - Red Carpet Arrivals
Ed Sheeran poses during the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards. Photo: Getty

Riccardo Simonetti, who is a German entertainer and LGBTQI+ Goodwill Ambassador, wore a corset and sequinned cape on the red carpet.

Riccardo Simonetti poses during the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards
German entertainer Riccardo Simonetti poses during the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards. Photo: Getty

Slovenian singer Gaja Prestor also looked stunning in a floor-length black ruffled gown and black leather jacket.

Slovenian singer Gaja Prestor
Slovenian singer Gaja Prestor poses on the red carpet. Photo: Getty

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