Sad news has been delivered regarding actor Heo Sung Tae, who was gaining popularity with 'Cocaine Dance'.

On February 11, Heo Sung Tae's agency, Han Ah Reum Company, announced through an official statement that Heo Sung Tae tests positive for COVID-19.

The agency said, "After close contact with a confirmed person on February 10, actor Heo Seong Tae tested positive for the self Kit test, and immediately proceeded with a PCR test, and today (11th) was confirmed with COVID-19."

"The actor had completed the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and was about to receive the third dose. All currently scheduled activities have been suspended.", the agency continued.

According to the agency, Heo Sung Tae is currently showing no symptoms and is being quarantined in accordance with the guidelines of the health authorities.

Heo Sung Tae, who debuted as an actor after appearing in SBS' 'Audition of Miracles' in 2011, made his face known by appearing in movies 'Spying', 'Namhansanseong', 'Crime City', and 'Rampage'. He gained worldwide popularity by appearing as a gangster on Netflix's 'Squid Game'.

Recently, he appeared on 'SNL Korea Season 2' and perfectly digested the cocaine dance, collecting topics. 

Below is the full text of the position announced by the agency on February 11.

Hello, this is Han Areum Company.

Actor Heo Seong Tae tested positive in a self-kit test after close contact with a confirmed person on February 10, and immediately proceeded with a PCR test.
Actor Heo Seong Tae had completed the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, and was about to receive the third dose. All scheduled events are currently suspended.
In addition, actor Heo Seong Tae is currently showing no major symptoms, and we will do our best for the health and recovery of the artist in accordance with the guidelines of the health authorities. thank you.

BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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