Radio Disney Music Award for Best Female Artist facts for kids

The Radio Disney Music Awards were a special event that celebrated popular music artists. One important award was for the Best Female Artist. This award honored the top female singers in music. A famous singer and actress named Hilary Duff won this award more times than anyone else. She took home the prize four times!

Winners and Nominees for Best Female Artist

2000s Winners

In the early 2000s, many talented female artists were recognized.

• In 2001, the award went to Mandy Moore. Other nominees included Jessica Simpson and Britney Spears.
• The winner in 2002 was Avril Lavigne. Jessica Simpson and Britney Spears were also nominated that year.
• Hilary Duff won her first award in 2003. She was chosen over Avril Lavigne and Jessica Simpson.
• Hilary Duff won again in 2004. Avril Lavigne and JoJo were also nominated.
• She continued her winning streak in 2005, making it her third win. Lindsay Lohan and JoJo were among the nominees.
• In 2006, Miley Cyrus took home the award. Other nominees included Kelly Clarkson, Rihanna, and Vanessa Hudgens.
• Hilary Duff won for the fourth time in 2007. This made her the artist with the most wins in this category. Avril Lavigne, Kelly Clarkson, and Miley Cyrus were also nominated.

2010s Winners

The 2010s brought new winners to the stage.

• After a break, the awards returned in 2013. Selena Gomez was the winner. Nominees included Cher Lloyd, Taylor Swift, and Bridgit Mendler.
• In 2014, Demi Lovato won the award. Taylor Swift and Katy Perry were also nominated.
• Ariana Grande was the winner in 2015. She was chosen over Meghan Trainor and Taylor Swift.
• Selena Gomez won again in 2016. This was her second win in this category. Adele, Meghan Trainor, and Taylor Swift were also nominated.
• Ariana Grande won for the second time in 2017. Other nominees included Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Meghan Trainor, and Selena Gomez.
• In 2018, the "Best Female Artist" award was not given out separately. Instead, there was a single award for "Best Artist" that included both male and female performers.