Jeongyeon announces she is leaving JYP Entertainment, making her the first TWICE member to officially exit the agency. The announcement is made on Monday, Aug 10, after more than a decade with JYP and following her time as part of TWICE.
The reports place the move within a period of broader uncertainty for K-pop agencies and idol group lineup stability. Forbes notes that Jeongyeon’s departure comes during a year described as especially turbulent for artist management and group continuity, implying potential implications for TWICE’s future. Other coverage focuses more directly on the announcement itself and its significance as a first-of-its-kind case within TWICE’s long relationship with JYP.
Overall, outlets agree on the timing and that Jeongyeon becomes the first TWICE member to officially leave JYP, while they differ mainly in the emphasis placed on wider industry context versus the specific update.
