The viral discussion began after a video from the ceremony was uploaded online, with the original poster claiming Jungkook appeared upset during the group's stage appearance.

BTS won three major awards at the 2026 American Music Awards, beating global stars like Taylor Swift and Bruno Mars. The group delivered a spectacular comeback performance and thanked their fans, ARMY,

Fresh off sweeping all three of their nominations at the 52nd American Music Awards on Tuesday, including artist of the year, song of the summer for "Swim" and

Global K-pop sensation BTS made a much-awaited return to the American Music Awards with a special appearance at the 2026 ceremony in Las Vegas, marking the group’s first in-person attendance at a major awards show in nearly four years.

The American Music Awards celebrated some of the year's best music Monday night (May 25) through a star-packed lineup of performances - including KATSEYE, BTS and more - in addition to the awards. And now that the 2026 ceremony is in the books,