2012

Ryan Seacrest, Jenny McCarthy and Fergie returned to reprise their roles as host, Times Square reporter and Hollywood host, respectively. Carly Rae Jepsen, Neon Trees, Psy with MC Hammer, and Taylor Swift delivered live performances in Times Square, while the Hollywood segments featured Brandy, Flo Rida, Ellie Goulding, Jason Aldean, Justin Bieber, Karmin, OneRepublic, Pitbull and The Wanted.