IZ*ONE & X1 to be absent from '2019 MAMA' following 'Produce' vote-rigging controversy

IZ*ONE and X1 will be absent from the '2019 Mnet Asian Music Awards' following the 'Produce' vote-rigging controversy.

Insiders previously stated the 'Produce 48' and 'Produce x 101' project groups would likely be absent from the awards show, and Mnet has now confirmed the reports. Mnet stated, "IZ*ONE will not be appearing at the '2019 MAMA'. We apologize to the fans who were awaiting IZ*ONE's performance... X1 will not be appearing at the '2019 MAMA'. We sincerely apologize for causing trouble due to the programs."

As previously reported, head CJENM producer, Ahn Joon Young admitted that votes were manipulated on 'Produce 48' and 'Produce x 101' and partially admitted that votes were manipulated on the first and second season of 'Produce 101'.

The '2019 MAMA' is being held at the Nagoya Dome in Japan on December 4 KST. Stay tuned for updates on IZ*ONE and X1.