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From BTS to Netflix\u2019s hit animated series “K-Pop Demon Hunters” and the U.S.\u2013Korea joint girl group Cats Eye, K-pop intellectual property and artists swept major categories at the 2026 American Music Awards, underscoring the genre\u2019s growing influence.<\/p>\n

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The 2026 American Music Awards took place on the 25th (local time) at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The ceremony reaffirmed K-pop\u2019s cultural foothold in the United States as BTS took home the top prize and both “K-Pop Demon Hunters” and Cats Eye claimed major honors. Fans packed the arena and erupted in cheers whenever K-pop acts were announced, a sign of the genre\u2019s centrality in the U.S. mainstream market.<\/p>\n

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BTS walked away with three trophies: Artist of the Year\u2014the ceremony\u2019s highest honor\u2014Song of the Summer, and Best Male K-Pop Artist. It\u2019s their second Artist of the Year win since becoming the first Korean artist to earn the title in 2021. Critics and the press highlighted that the accolades came on the strength of ARIRANG, the album released after all members completed mandatory military service and reunited as a full group.<\/p>\n

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On stage, BTS dedicated the award first to their fandom, ARMY. Leader RM said, \u201cARMY did it again. We\u2019re honored to receive this precious award after finishing our military duties and coming back together.\u201d He added, \u201cBecause this award is decided by fans\u2019 votes, our deepest thanks and this honor belong to all the ARMYs around the world who have stood by us for 13 years.\u201d Jimin and V echoed the gratitude, thanking fans for following the tour and sending support to \u201ceveryone still swimming forward\u2014keep moving forward no matter what.\u201d<\/p>\n

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“K-Pop Demon Hunters,” nicknamed “Kedeheon,” won four awards\u2014the most for a single IP\u2014symbolizing K-pop\u2019s widening reach. The project took home four trophies, including Song of the Year. Its success, which blends K-pop\u2013driven storytelling with music, marked a rare milestone: an animated soundtrack earning a top-tier AMA award.<\/p>\n

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The U.S.\u2013Korea joint global girl group Cats Eye also made a strong showing. Cats Eye won three awards, including New Artist of the Year and Favorite Music Video, signaling momentum for the next wave of K-pop. Formed through a global audition co-produced by HYBE and Geffen Records, the group exemplifies how the Korean idol development system can thrive when combined with North American capital and infrastructure.<\/p>\n

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In their acceptance speech, Cats Eye made a point of thanking BTS. The members said, \u201cWe especially want to thank our seniors, BTS. They inspired us to present our culture on a global stage, and thanks to them we stand here today. We will continue to express our culture with pride.\u201d Their remarks highlighted that, even as K-pop\u2019s production systems localize, artists\u2019 identities and bonds remain strong.<\/p>\n

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The AMA results laid bare the industry achievements shared by K-pop artists and projects. BTS\u2019s wins confirmed the durability of a powerful fandom; Kedeheon\u2019s success showed that K-pop\u2019s musical grammar can fuse with visual storytelling to create a distinct ecosystem; and Cats Eye\u2019s breakthrough pointed to an emerging industry model that standardizes production for global markets.<\/p>\n

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After the ceremony, attention naturally turned to next year\u2019s Grammy Awards. Many observers view BTS\u2019s three AMA wins as a stronger springboard for another bid at a Grammy main award. Having been nominated three years running at the Grammys without securing a win, the group\u2019s renewed challenge now carries significance beyond trophies: it could serve as a definitive capstone to their full-group comeback and a symbolic moment in dismantling the remaining barriers to K-pop\u2019s acceptance in the Western mainstream music industry.<\/p>\n

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