Christina Aguilera to launch Las Vegas residency in May

Christina Aguilera is joining the growing number of musicians launching residencies in Las Vegas.

The singer announced that "Christina Aguilera: The Xperience" will open at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on May 31.

Aguilera announced 16 performances.

Christina Aguilera performs on stage at the New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, in New York. [Photo：IC]

The Grammy winner released her debut album in 1999 and is known for hits such as "Genie in a Bottle," ''Beautiful" and "Ain't No Other Man."

Aguilera released the album "Liberation," last year. Two of its songs — "Fall in Line" with Demi Lovato and "Like I Do" with GoldLink — earned nominations at the 2019 Grammys, airing Feb. 10 in Los Angeles.

Others who have made Vegas a temporary home include Lady Gaga, the Backstreet Boys and Mariah Carey.

(Story includes material sourced from AP)