Yujeong, who used to be part of BB GIRLS, hit up her social media on April 22 KST to spill her feelings about splitting from the group.

After wrapping up her contract with Warner Music Korea, Yujeong has switched to using her real name, Nam Yujeong.

In the wake of this change, BB GIRLS announced the end of Yujeong’s exclusive contract and spilled the beans on plans for the group to carry on as a trio.

Expressing both thanks and regret, Yujeong said, “I want to say thank you and sorry to those who have had my back and worried about me.”

She went on to lift the lid on the complexities around her departure, acknowledging the suddenness of the decision and the internal battles she faced. “It’s a decision I’ve mulled over a gazillion times,” she admitted.

Looking back on her past doubts and fears, Yujeong confessed, “I’ve always been on the fence and scared, afraid of causing harm and hesitant to go it alone.”

But she stressed her resolve to embrace a new chapter with bravery and bounce-back ability. “I choose to leave my past fears in the rearview mirror and set off on a journey of self-love and growth,” she declared.

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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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