Are you ready dolls? The Pussycat Dolls are bringing back the era of stilettos and sparkles at the 2026 American Music Awards, and this time, they’re joined by Busta Rhymes.
The iconic group, best known for their high‑energy choreography, is set to take the AMA stage for a live performance that feels like a full‑on nostalgia reset. The appearance is especially meaningful because it marks 20 years since The Pussycat Dolls first performed at the AMAs.
In 2006, the group wowed the audience with a show‑stopping rendition of “Buttons,” cementing their place in the early‑2000s pop landscape. Now, with a reunion‑style cameo and a co‑star in Busta Rhymes, the 2026 performance promises to feel like a throwback on steroids.
The connection between the ladies and Busta Rhymes is deeper than just a one‑night collab. The rapper appeared on the original 2005 version of “Don’t Cha,” the lead single from their debut album PCD. The track became a massive commercial hit, peaking at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 and helping to define the sound and style of that entire pop‑era cycle.
In just a few weeks after the AMAs, the Dolls will also headline OUTLOUD’s WeHo Pride in West Hollywood, taking over the stage in one of the few U.S. shows currently planned for the group. Tickets are on sale now, making it a must‑watch moment for fans who have been waiting for the Dolls’ return.
The momentum doesn’t stop there. The group is set to kick off the PCD Forever Tour on September 9th at Royal Arena in Copenhagen, Denmark, before hitting Norway, Germany, Poland, Belgium, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Ireland, and the U.K.
The tour will wrap on October 13th at The O2 in London, with a special appearance from Lil’ Kim, making it a full‑blown celebration of the brand of hip‑infused pop that The Pussycat Dolls helped perfect.
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