# ROSÉ Makes K-Pop History: First-Ever Brit Award Win Shatters Barriers! Imagine the roar of a Manchester crowd as a K-pop superstar steps onto one of the world's biggest stages, etching her name in global music legend. That's exactly what BLACKPINK's **ROSÉ** did at the 2026 Brit Awards, becoming the **first K-pop artist** to clinch a trophy—**International Song of the Year** for her explosive collab "APT." with Bruno Mars.[1][2] This isn't just a win; it's a seismic shift for K-pop on the international stage. At the 46th Brit Awards, ROSÉ's heartfelt acceptance speech stole hearts worldwide. She shouted out her BLACKPINK sisters—"Jennie, Jisoo, and Lisa, I love you guys so much. Thank you for always inspiring me"—and hailed Bruno Mars as her "biggest mentor and best friend," receiving the award on behalf of them both.[1][3] She also thanked Teddy, founder of The Black Label, her agency. "APT." had already proven its firepower, snagging Song of the Year at the 2025 MTV VMAs, and earning Grammy nods for Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best Pop Duo/Group Performance—though it didn't take home gold there.[1]
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1.https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260301/rose-becomes-k-pops-first-artist-to-win-brit-award
2.https://economictimes.com/magazines/panache/brit-awards-2026-olivia-dean-wins-artist-and-album-of-the-year-blackpink-rose-bruno-mars-receive-top-honours-check-the-full-winners-list/articleshow/128903090.cms
3.https://m.ajupress.com/amp/20260301105032993
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