KATSEYE Saturates the Stage at 2026 American Music Awards With Colorful ‘Pinky Up’ Performance
KATSEYE delivered a vibrant performance of their single 'Pinky Up' at the 2026 American Music Awards in Las Vegas. The girl group, consisting of Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Yoonchae, and Megan Skiendiel, captivated the audience with colorful outfits and energetic choreography. Their performance comes as they prepare for the release of their upcoming EP, 'Wild,' and a global tour set to begin in September.
- ▪KATSEYE performed at the 2026 American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
- ▪The group's single 'Pinky Up' debuted at No. 28 on the Billboard Hot 100.
- ▪KATSEYE is nominated for three AMAs, including new artist of the year and best music video.
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| Publication time | Tue, 26 May 2026 02:18:07 +0000 |
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Sophia Laforteza, Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Yoonchae and Megan Skiendiel of KATSEYE perform on stage at The 52nd American Music Awards held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 25, 2026, in Las Vegas. Rich Polk/Dick Clark Productions Trending on Billboard if ( !window.pmc.harmony?.isEventAdScheduledTime() ) { pmcCnx.cmd.push(function() { pmcCnx({ settings: { plugins: { pmcAtlasMG: { iabPlcmt: 2, } } }, playerId: '4057afa6-846b-4276-bc63-a9cf3a8aa1ed', playlistId: 'b7dab6e5-7a62-4df1-b1f4-3cfa99eea709', }).render("connatix_contextual_player_div"); }); } else { // This should only be get called when page cache is not cleared and it's event time.
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