BTS Returns to AMAs May 25 After Nearly 5 Years

The global K-pop group BTS will make a special appearance at the 52nd American Music Awards on May 25, marking their first in-person return to the ceremony in nearly five years. The event will be held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas and broadcast live on CBS and Paramount.

The group is nominated in three categories: Artist of the Year, Song of the Summer for their hit single "Swim," and Best Male K-Pop Artist. BTS has previously won 11 AMA trophies. Their appearance holds historical significance for the band, as they made their U.S. television performance debut at the 2017 AMAs. In 2021, they became the first Asian act to win the show's top prize, Artist of the Year.

This year's ceremony coincides with the group's ongoing world tour, which includes four sold-out shows at Las Vegas's Allegiant Stadium around the Memorial Day weekend. The tour supports their latest album, "Arirang," their first release since all seven members completed mandatory military service in South Korea. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, while the lead single "Swim" reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100.

The AMAs will be hosted by Queen Latifah. The show will feature...