Kelly took an early lead at the 2006 American Music Awards on Tuesday, winning both her nominations. The wins elated Kelly, meanwhile online gamblers who bet on her made out as well.

Clarkson, Mary J. Blige, Nickelback, Eminem and the Black Eyed Peas started collecting early. Kelly, nominated for pop/rock female and adult contemporary artist, won in categories presented before the televised show began.

The American Music Awards honor the best in pop/rock, country, soul/rhythm & blues, rap/hip hop, Latin, alternative, adult contemporary and contemporary inspirational music. Nominees were chosen based on record sales and winners were selected by a survey of about 20,000 listeners.