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THE BOYZ Members Reach Out to Fans Amid Controversy: Heartfelt Messages Shared
On the evening of the 18th, THE BOYZ, excluding Sangyeon who is currently serving in the military, shared lengthy messages on their fan communication platform. This comes in the wake of Ju Haknyeon's departure from the group due to a prostitution scandal, as the members sought to console their fans.
Jacob expressed his apologies, saying, "I'm sorry for causing you distress and anxiety by not communicating for a few days. I wanted to bring you good news and be there for you during these tough times, but I couldn't. Thank you for waiting and loving us. We know it's not something to take for granted, and we'll continue to work hard to convey our feelings through good music and communication."
Younghoon reminisced about their debut, saying, "When we debuted as THE BOYZ on December 6, 2017, I was amazed to see fans in front of me. I wanted to be loved by those people and worked hard every day. When our fandom name 'THE B' was created on April 3, 2018, I was as happy as a child. THE B has always supported us, and I've always thought that I must never lose this precious existence because they are the reason I can continue this career."
He recalled crying at a concert, sharing, "I cried because I was overwhelmed with emotions, wondering if these precious people would always be by my side and if THE BOYZ could continue moving forward. I have many ambitions, but knowing that things might not go as planned made me worry more. I'm sorry. Seeing THE B's smiling faces made me happy, but now I'm upset that I might not see those smiles."
Currently, he expressed his difficulty in finding the right words for their fans, saying, "I'm not sure if I can comfort THE B, but I want to say I'm very sorry. I know there are many who are hurt and have closed their hearts. I'm truly sorry and wish I could turn back time. I'll work harder to ensure happy activities with THE B. Every moment with THE B has been sincere, and it will continue to be. I'll do my best to ease your hearts, even if just a little."
Juyeon acknowledged the fans' heavy hearts, saying, "I know how heavy and confusing today must have been. I'm sorry for putting you through this. Thank you for worrying about me first and staying by my side warmly. I don't take it for granted and am deeply grateful. I'll prove myself to be a more responsible and trustworthy THE BOYZ so that THE B won't feel anxious."
Kevin apologized, saying, "I know how much you care just by supporting us, and I'm sorry for making you tired and hurt with various situations. We should be a source of strength for THE B, but I feel like we haven't been able to do that recently. I'll focus more on my work and ensure that THE B doesn't have to worry about such things. I promise to work hard so that the names THE BOYZ and The B won't be embarrassing."
New expressed his concerns, saying, "I'm sorry for not coming sooner when you must have been shocked. I needed time to think and organize my thoughts, and I was worried about facing THE B. I hope you're not too hurt, but I'm worried that you might be. It pains me to think that you might be hurt just because you like us. I'll work harder so that the people I love don't have to spend dark nights. My love for THE BOYZ and THE B remains unchanged."
Q expressed his worries, saying, "I'm most concerned about THE B right now. You must be tired and struggling. It's not enough to give you only good energy, but I'm sorry for causing you pain. Performing on stage in front of THE B is precious and makes me happy. Thank you for always making me feel great love and happiness. I'll strive to be someone who can give even more love and happiness. I'll do my best in everything to show you only good sides."
Sunwoo promised, "As a human being, Kim Sunwoo, I will never do anything to break THE B's trust or my own. I'll reflect on my past mistakes and strive to become a better person. I'll continue to convey the love I want to give to THE B without stopping. I'll become someone worthy of receiving this great love. It hurts the most to think that you might deny and blame yourself for the love you've given us. I've always been sincere with The B and will continue to be."
Eric expressed his uncertainty, saying, "I don't know what to say to comfort THE B even a little. I'm truly sorry for causing you pain and disappointment with recent bad news. I promise that the precious and beautiful love THE B has for THE BOYZ will never be something to be ashamed of, even when looking back in the distant future. I'm sorry and upset thinking about everyone being tired and drained, but I hope you'll stay by THE BOYZ's side."
