So Jung-hwan, a member of the boy group TREASURE, has sadly lost his father. On the 21st, YG Entertainment shared the news of his father's passing through the fan platform Weverse.

The agency announced, "We regret to inform you that TREASURE member So Jung-hwan's father passed away on August 17th. The funeral was held quietly at the request of So Jung-hwan and his family, with the presence of close family, relatives, and TREASURE members offering their condolences."

They further requested, "We kindly ask for your warm condolences and understanding as So Jung-hwan spends time mourning with his family." YG Entertainment also expressed their deep sympathy, saying, "We extend our heartfelt condolences to the deceased."

Following the announcement, fans have been sending messages of sympathy and support through online communities and social media, offering comfort to So Jung-hwan and his family.

So Jung-hwan is currently taking time with his family to cope with the loss and is expected to pause his activities temporarily to focus on mourning.

Fans and the public alike are hoping that So Jung-hwan will have sufficient time to grieve and recover, and they are patiently awaiting his return.

Full Statement from YG Entertainment:

Hello,

This is YG Entertainment.

We regret to inform you that TREASURE member So Jung-hwan's father passed away on August 17th.

The funeral was held quietly at the request of So Jung-hwan and his family, with the presence of close family, relatives, and TREASURE members offering their condolences.

We kindly ask for your warm condolences and understanding as So Jung-hwan spends time mourning with his family.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the deceased.

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