BLACKPINK's Jennie and aespa Honored at 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards

BLACKPINK's Jennie and aespa have garnered international recognition at the 2025 Billboard Women in Music Awards. The event took place on March 29, 2025, at the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. Jennie received the Global Force Award, marking her as the first K-pop soloist to achieve this recognition. During her acceptance speech, Jennie expressed gratitude and acknowledged the inspiring women she collaborates with, emphasizing the power of women supporting each other. aespa was honored with the Group of the Year award, recognizing their global achievements and impact. The quartet was awarded for expanding the scale of its world tour in time with the release of its regular album "Armageddon." The Billboard Women in Music Awards celebrate female artists, creators, producers, and executives who have made significant contributions to the music industry.