Last night at the 2025 MAMA Awards in Hong Kong, Stray Kids made history by winning their first-ever Daesang (Album of the Year) for their latest full-length album KARMA. The moment was pure celebration… until fans noticed something heartbreaking during the group’s explosive performance.
During the high-intensity medley of “CREED,” “Chk Chk Boom,” “DIVINE,” and “CEREMONY (Hip Hip Version),” Lee Know was visibly in pain and began favoring one leg, especially from the “DIVINE” segment onward. Despite the clear discomfort, he continued dancing with full power until the very last second — a display of professionalism that left STAYs both in awe and in tears.
Fans worldwide immediately recognized the injury — many rewatched the performance frame-by-frame and spotted the exact moment it likely happened during one of the sharp choreography transitions.
Official Updates (as of November 30, 2025)
JYP Entertainment and Stray Kids’ official channels released a detailed medical statement:
Hello, this is JYPE. We would like to inform you about the health condition of Stray Kids member Lee Know. During the 2025 MAMA Awards performance on November 29 (SAT), Lee Know sustained an ankle injury and immediately received the necessary treatment on site. Upon his return to Korea on November 30 (SUN), he immediately visited the hospital to undergo additional examinations and receive treatment. He has been diagnosed with an ankle sprain, and in accordance with the medical team’s opinion, he will be receiving appropriate treatment and taking sufficient rest. We kindly request the understanding of fans who may have been concerned, and assure you that we will continue to prioritize the artist’s health as we support Lee Know’s swift recovery. Thank you.
The full performance is now available on YouTube:
Fan Community Reaction
Within hours, hashtags such as #GetWellSoonLeeKnow, #StayStrongSKZ, and #YouMakeStrayKidsStay began trending globally. STAYs are flooding every platform with messages of love, admiration for his determination, and calls for him to rest and recover fully.
Many are also celebrating the shared success with ENHYPEN, with fans from both fandoms agreeing that 2025 has truly become the year of Stray Kids and ENHYPEN.
Right now the entire fandom is united in sending healing energy to Lee Know while continuing to celebrate this monumental Daesang win — the first grand prize in Stray Kids’ career and a testament to years of relentless hard work.
We will keep this page updated the moment JYP or the members share any official health updates.
Get well soon, Lee Know. Rest well, take all the time you need — STAY will be here waiting with open arms. 💕
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