Red Velvet members Wendy and Yeri have decided to leave SM Entertainment.
On the 4th, SM Entertainment announced, "We would like to inform you that the exclusive contracts with Wendy and Yeri have ended." The company added, "We sincerely support Wendy and Yeri in their new beginnings."
Despite their departure, both artists will continue to participate in group activities as members of Red Velvet under SM Entertainment. SM stated, "We hope you continue to look forward to the ongoing journey of Red Velvet."
The company expressed gratitude, saying, "We deeply appreciate the unwavering love you have shown Wendy and Yeri, and we hope you will warmly support their new endeavors."
Previously, Red Velvet members Seulgi, Irene, and Joy renewed their contracts with SM, while Wendy and Yeri's decisions remained uncertain, drawing public attention.
Official Statement from SM Entertainment
Hello, this is SM Entertainment.
We would like to inform you that the exclusive contracts with Wendy and Yeri have ended.
Since debuting with Red Velvet, Wendy and Yeri have excelled in group activities and as solo artists, bringing great joy to our company.
We cherish all the moments we've shared and sincerely support Wendy and Yeri in their new beginnings.
Wendy and Yeri will continue their group activities as members of Red Velvet with us, and we hope you look forward to the dazzling journey of Red Velvet.
We deeply appreciate the unwavering love you have shown Wendy and Yeri, and we hope you will warmly support their new endeavors.
Thank you.
Reporter Kim Ji-won, TenAsia one@tenasia.co.kr