Hwang Young-woong decorated the first half of 2026, showcasing an overwhelming presence at the June finals of the 'Netizens Awards.'

First-Half Finals: Fandom Enthusiasm at Its Peak

The June Netizens Awards voting, held over one month, was more than a simple monthly competition; it was a stage to settle the accounts of the first half of 2026. The enthusiasm of fandoms across all categories was hotter than ever, with fandoms defending their leads and those in pursuit clashing day after day, causing rankings to fluctuate numerous times. Some categories maintained tension right up until the close, earning the evaluation that a fierce battle befitting the first-half finals unfolded throughout the entire month.

Hwang Young-woong Takes the Top Across Multiple Categories

The figure who drew the most attention in these finals was undoubtedly Hwang Young-woong. Taking the top spot in major categories including Male Singer, Album of the Year, CF Model, Fanbook of the Year, and Net Grand Prix, he once again proved himself to be a star representing the Netizens Awards. With steady participation and support from fans continuing, the final page of the first half was also decorated with Hwang Young-woong's name.

Stars' True Value Amid Competition Across Categories

The characteristic of the Netizens Awards, which encompasses various fields such as music, acting, sports, broadcasting, business, and content, was once again confirmed in these finals. As fans across each field steadily participated in voting, support for stars, works, and brands accumulated in numbers. Stars representing each category, including Hwang Young-woong, Jung Seo-joo, Son Tae-jin, Byun Woo-seok, Kim Hye-yoon, and Shin Hae-chul, demonstrated strong competitiveness in the first-half finals and served as central pillars. In some categories, new competitive structures emerged, also raising expectations for the second half of the year.

Second-Half Race Begins in July

As the first-half finals came to a close, the Netizens Awards stood at a new starting line. With the first monthly race of the second half beginning in July, attention is focused on whether the trends of the first half will continue or new protagonists will emerge.

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June Netizens Awards Category Winners List

• Male Singer Award: Hwang Young-woong (62,299 votes)
• Female Singer Award: Jung Seo-joo (30,164 votes)
• Album of the Year: Hwang Young-woong (62,158 votes)
• Best Group Award: Forte di Quattro (13,339 votes)
• Neo Star Award: Min Soo-hyun (9,000 votes)
• Male Acting Award: Byun Woo-seok (18,937 votes)
• Female Acting Award: Kim Hye-yoon (18,016 votes)
• Movie of the Year: SalMokJi (17,558 votes)
• Drama of the Year: MBC '21st Century Grand Prince's Lady' (17,817 votes)
• Masterpiece Award: tvN 'Lovely Runner' (19,543 votes)
• Mega Star Award: Cho Yong-pil (4,886 votes)
• Mega Actor Award: Jung Young-joo (2,357 votes)
• Sports Award: Heo Woong (8,142 votes)
• Professional Baseball Award: Lotte Giants (1,541 votes)
• Educational/Cultural Program Award: TV Chosun 'Trot All-Star War on Wednesday Night' (25,383 votes)
• Celebrity of the Year: Jung Seo-joo (27,850 votes)
• Broadcasting Award: Son Tae-jin (14,113 votes)
• Enterprise of the Year: Samsung Electronics (1,309 votes)
• Businessperson of the Year: Samsung Group Chairman Lee Jae-yong (1,693 votes)
• CF Model Award: Hwang Young-woong (61,918 votes)
• Fanbook of the Year: Hwang Young-woong (61,915 votes)
• Net Grand Prix: Hwang Young-woong (61,823 votes)
• Immortal Star: Shin Hae-chul (1,560 votes)
• Immortal Founder: Samsung Founding Chairman Lee Byung-chul (633 votes).