BTS Skips Grammys, Sparking Debate on Diversity in Awards

WHO:

Billboard - BTS, a South Korean boy band, is involved in the decision to skip the Grammys.

WHAT:

Billboard - BTS has decided to boycott the Grammys, which has sparked discussions about diversity in awards.

Rolling Stone Music - Experts suggest that BTS's decision may influence other artists to follow suit.

Billboard - The decision has brought renewed attention to the Academy’s Asian Pop category.

WHY:

Billboard - BTS's decision is seen as a recognition of a pattern they have been navigating for years regarding their treatment in awards shows.

Rolling Stone Music - The group's unique status in the industry is a factor in their decision to boycott the Grammys.

HOW:

Billboard - The boycott is part of a broader discussion on how the new Asian Pop category may affect submissions and recognition for Asian pop artists.

(UPDATED July 31, 2026 19:26 UTC)

BTS, the popular South Korean boy band, has decided to boycott the Grammys, a move that has sparked discussions about diversity in awards. This decision highlights a long-standing pattern of treatment the group has faced at awards shows and may influence other artists to take similar actions. Additionally, the boycott has renewed attention to the Academy’s Asian Pop category and its potential impact on submissions and recognition for Asian pop artists.