7. Whitney Houston (16 awards from 21 nominations)
Whitney Houston is one of the most well known artists of all time. Her version of I Will Always Love You will be a timeless classic and is a testament to her range and talent. She has been nominated for hundreds of awards over the years, and to date, Whitney Houston has won 16 BBMA awards from just 21 nominations. The Billboard Music Awards also recognized Houston after her death by honoring her with the prestigious Millennium Award in 2012.