BLACKPINK Makes History: Surpassing 100 Million Subscribers on YouTube
BLACKPINK, a popular South Korean girl group formed by YG Entertainment, consists of four members: Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa. Since their debut in 2016, BLACKPINK has achieved immense success, breaking chart records and selling millions of albums. Their global fanbase, known as BLINKs, has propelled them to international stardom with hits like "Ddu-Du Ddu-Du," "Kill This Love," and "How You Like That," setting streaming and viewing records, particularly on YouTube.
BLACKPINK's influence extends beyond music, as they have topped international charts and become cultural ambassadors for K-pop worldwide. Their official YouTube channel recently reached a historic milestone on February 20, 2026, by surpassing 100 million subscribers, making them the first artist to achieve this feat on the platform. To commemorate this achievement, YouTube awarded them the prestigious Red Diamond Creator Award, reserved for channels with over 100 million subscribers.
The group's YouTube channel, launched in June 2016, has amassed a vast collection of videos and experienced significant growth, especially leading up to the release of their upcoming third mini album, DEADLINE, set to debut on February 27. BLACKPINK's success on YouTube is evident through their nine music videos with over one billion views each, including popular tracks like "Ddu-Du Ddu-Du," "Kill This Love," and "How You Like That," which also broke records for the most views within 24 hours of release.
With over 41.1 billion total views on their channel, BLACKPINK holds multiple Guinness World Records, solidifying their status as the most-viewed band on YouTube. This milestone not only showcases their impressive numbers but also highlights the unwavering support of their dedicated global fanbase.