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K-pop triumphs at American Music Awards as Pussycat Dolls lead noughties nostalgia

ABC Australia · May 26, 2026, 5:03 AM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Queen Latifah was the night's host, returning after more than 30 years.
  • In a massive night for K-pop BTS appeared live at the show, picking up major awards including Artist of the Year.
  • But it was sorry night for Swifties because despite being nominated in eight categories Taylor did not win a single award.

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Queen Latifah was the night's host, returning after more than 30 years. (Getty Images: Ethan Miller)

In a massive night for K-pop BTS appeared live at the show, picking up major awards including Artist of the Year.

But it was sorry night for Swifties because despite being nominated in eight categories Taylor did not win a single award.

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