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Queen Latifah Will Host The Star-Studded Annual Special, Which Airs Live on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, at 8:00 PM ET \/ 5:00 PM PT on CBS and Paramount+<\/strong><\/p>\n TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW ON <\/strong>AXS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n Los Angeles, CA \u2013 May 20, 2026 \u2013 <\/strong>Today, CBS<\/strong> and Dick Clark Productions (DCP)<\/strong><\/a>, the world\u2019s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming, announced that 11-time American Music Award winners BTS will make a special appearance at the 52nd American Music Awards<\/strong><\/a> (AMAs). This marks a homecoming for the pop royalty, who made their U.S. television performance debut at the 2017 American Music Awards, becoming the first Korean group to perform on the show. They have a chance to add to their trophy collection this year, with three nominations for Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer, and Best Male K-Pop Artist.<\/p>\n The band\u2019s lead single \u201cSWIM\u201d from their fifth studio album ARIRANG<\/em> debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, while the album itself claimed the No. 1 spot on the Billboard 200 immediately upon release, extending its Top 10 streak to an eighth consecutive week. \u201cSWIM\u201d remained at No. 1 on the Billboard Global 200 for four weeks, with all 13 vocal tracks from the album charting on the tally for that same eight-week period. ARIRANG <\/em>sets the record as the only album in history to chart all vocal tracks for an eighth consecutive week, marking the biggest debut of 2026 so far as a landmark album of its time.<\/p>\n The star-studded special will kick off summer with host Queen Latifah<\/strong> live from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, the largest venue in the show\u2019s history, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25<\/strong>. The show will air live coast to coast on CBS Television Network and Paramount+* at 8:00 PM ET \/ 5:00 PM PT, and feature performances from Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Billy Idol<\/strong>, International Artist Award of Excellence recipient KAROL G<\/strong>, Hootie & the Blowfish, KATSEYE, Keith Urban, Maluma, The Pussycat Dolls + Busta Rhymes, Riley Green, SOMBR, Teddy Swims, Teyana Taylor, Twenty One Pilots, <\/strong>and more! Darius Rucker<\/strong> will receive the Veterans Voice Award Presented by USAA\u2019s Honor Through Action. Tickets for the star-studded must-see show are now available on <\/strong>AXS<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n As one of music\u2019s most anticipated nights of the year, the 52nd American Music Awards returns to CBS and Paramount+* to honor the most influential artists and songs of today alongside unforgettable performances and special moments in a multi-genre, cross-generational celebration of music.<\/p>\n Nominations for the 52nd American Music Awards were announced last month. Taylor Swift leads with eight nominations, followed by Morgan Wallen, Olivia Dean, Sabrina Carpenter, and SOMBR with seven each. Fan voting has concluded for all awards other than Social Song of the Year and Tour of the Year, which will remain open through the first 30 minutes of the AMAs broadcast. Fans can vote for these two awards via\u00a0 VoteAMAs.com<\/strong><\/a> and the @AMAs<\/strong><\/a> Instagram profile.<\/p>\n This Memorial Day, the American Music Awards is proud to spotlight our nation\u2019s heroes and help amplify the vital work being done in support of the veteran community, honoring the enduring spirit of service in partnership with leading Military and Veterans Service Organizations \u2013 Blue Star Families, Bob Woodruff Foundation, Congressional Medal of Honor Society, Easy Day Foundation, Fisher House Foundation, Gary Sinise Foundation, Invictus Games Foundation, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Semper Fi & America\u2019s Fund, Team Rubicon, and the USO.\u00a0 To learn more, visit TheAMAs.com\/Salute<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n About the American Music Awards:<\/strong><\/p>\n For the latest news, exclusive content, and updates, follow the AMAs:<\/p>\n Website:<\/strong> TheAMAs.com<\/a><\/p>\n X:<\/strong> @AMAs<\/a><\/p>\n Instagram:<\/strong> @AMAs<\/a><\/p>\n TikTok:<\/strong> @AMAs<\/a><\/p>\n Facebook:<\/strong> @AMAs<\/a><\/p>\n Threads:<\/strong> @AMAs<\/a><\/p>\n YouTube:<\/strong> @TheAMAs<\/a><\/p>\n Hashtag:<\/strong> #AMAs<\/p>\n About Paramount, a Skydance Corporation About Dick Clark Productions About MGM Grand Garden Arena *Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on-demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live, but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.<\/em><\/p>\n About BTS\n
<\/strong>Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY) is a leading, next\u2010generation global media and entertainment company, comprised of three business segments: Studios, Direct\u2010to\u2010Consumer, and TV Media. The Company\u2019s portfolio unites legendary brands, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Television, CBS \u2013 America\u2019s most\u2010watched broadcast network, CBS News, Nickelodeon, MTV, BET, Comedy Central, Showtime, Paramount+, Pluto TV, and Skydance\u2019s Animation, Film, Television, Interactive\/Games, and Sports divisions. For more information please visit www.paramount.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Dick Clark Productions (DCP) is the world\u2019s largest owner and producer of televised live event entertainment programming including \u201cThe Golden Globes,\u201d the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of film, television and podcasting, \u201cAmerican Music Awards,\u201d \u201cDick Clark\u2019s New Year\u2019s Rockin\u2019 Eve,\u201d the No. 1 entertainment special in America, \u201cGolden Eve,\u201d \u201cAcademy of Country Music Awards,\u201d \u201cBillboard Music Awards,\u201d \u201cRising Stars of Country Music,\u201d Emmy\u00ae-winning series \u201cSo You Think You Can Dance,\u201d and \u201cAmerican Bandstand,\u201d the iconic and groundbreaking cultural phenomenon that defined a generation. Dick Clark Productions also possesses one of the world\u2019s most extensive and unique entertainment archive libraries with more than 60 years of award-winning shows, historic specials, performances, and legendary programming. Dick Clark Productions is owned by Penske Media Corporation. For more information, please visit DickClark.com<\/a><\/p>\n
<\/strong>The MGM Grand Garden Arena is home to concerts, championship boxing and premier sporting and special events. The Arena offers comfortable seating for as many as 16,800 with excellent sightlines and state-of-the-art acoustics, lighting and sound. Prominent events to date have included world championship fights between Evander Holyfield and Mike Tyson as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Canelo Alvarez as well as Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao; and concerts by The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bette Midler, George Strait, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, U2, Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Alicia Keys, Jimmy Buffett and the Barbra Streisand Millennium Concert. The MGM Grand Garden Arena also has been home to annual events including the Academy of Country Music Awards, the Billboard Music Awards, the Latin GRAMMY Awards, iHeartRadio Music Festival, Pac-12 Men\u2019s Basketball Championship and Frozen Fury NHL pre-season games hosted by the Los Angeles Kings.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>BTS, an acronym of Bangtan Sonyeondan or \u201cBeyond the Scene,\u201d are a GRAMMY-nominated South Korean band that has been capturing the hearts of millions of fans globally since their debut in June 2013. The members of BTS are RM, Jin, SUGA, j-hope, Jimin, V, and Jung Kook. Gaining recognition for their authentic and self-produced music, top-notch performances, and their deep connection with fans, the band has established a legacy as 21st century pop icons breaking countless world records. While imparting a positive influence through activities such as the LOVE MYSELF campaign and the UN \u2018Speak Yourself\u2019 speech, the band has mobilized millions of fans across the world (named ARMY), earned six No.1 Billboard Hot 100 singles since 2020, and performed multiple sold-out stadium shows across the world. They were also named TIME\u2019s Entertainer of the Year 2020. BTS are 5-time GRAMMY nominees (63rd to 65th GRAMMY Awards) and have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards like the Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards (Artist of the Year 2021) and MTV Video Music Awards. Released in March, 2026, BTS\u2019 massively successful fifth studio album ARIRANG<\/em> debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, with its lead single \u201cSWIM\u201d also debuting at No. 1. The group has since launched their \u2018BTS WORLD TOUR \u2018ARIRANG,\u2019\u2019 marking a powerful new chapter that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n