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J‑Hope thanks BTS fans after trio of VMA wins
The rapper highlighted the group's comeback year and upcoming South American tour dates.
By Felo News Desk · Published
J‑Hope used the fan platform Weverse on September 29, 2026 to thank BTS’s ARMY after the group secured three awards at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, the outlet Billboard reported.
He noted the wins for Song of the Year and Best K‑Pop for “SWIM,” as well as Best Group, describing the year as “meaningful” because BTS reunited and spent time with fans.
J‑Hope also referenced BTS’s fifth studio album ARIRANG, released in March, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, and the single “SWIM,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100. He hinted at more to come during the ARIRANG World Tour’s South American leg.
Key facts
- BTS won Song of the Year, Best K‑Pop and Best Group at the 2026 VMAs (billboard.com)
- The winning song was “SWIM” from the album ARIRANG (billboard.com)
- J‑Hope posted a thank‑you message on Weverse on September 29, 2026 (billboard.com)
- ARIRANG debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and “SWIM” reached No. 1 on the Hot 100 (billboard.com)
Sources
- [1] billboard.com — originally reported as “J-Hope Shouts Out ARMY After BTS Score 3 New VMA Wins: ‘It’s All Thanks to You Guys’”
