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updated 3:07 p.m. ET Nov. 19, 2008

NEW YORK - This year’s American Music Awards will be diva-heavy, with Beyonce topping the list.

The singer is to perform at the Nov. 23 ceremony in Los Angeles, which will air 8 p.m. EST live on ABC.

The show will include many of pop’s top female singers. Also part of the performing lineup: Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift and Rihanna.

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