TWS member Jihoon has lost his father.
On the 12th, his agency PLEDIS Entertainment Co. announced on the official fan platform Weverse that TWS member Jihoon's father had passed away.
PLEDIS said, "We regret to inform you that TWS member Jihoon's father, who had been battling an illness, saw his condition rapidly worsen and passed away yesterday (Jan. 11) evening."
Jihoon is reported to be keeping vigil at the funeral site. PLEDIS said, "The funeral will be held with family and close relatives according to the bereaved family's wishes."
They added, "Please offer warm condolences and consideration so Jihoon can have sufficient time to mourn with his family. We extend our deep condolences to Jihoon and the bereaved family. We respectfully pray for the deceased's repose."
Meanwhile, TWS released their fourth mini album play hard last October and promoted with the title track "OVERDRIVE."
Below is the full official statement from PLEDIS Entertainment Co..
Hello.
This is PLEDIS Entertainment Co.
We regret to inform you that TWS member Jihoon's father, who had been battling an illness, saw his condition rapidly worsen and passed away yesterday (Jan. 11) evening.
Jihoon is currently keeping vigil at the funeral site, and the funeral will be held with family and close relatives according to the bereaved family's wishes.
Please offer warm condolences and consideration so Jihoon can have sufficient time to mourn with his family.
We extend our deep condolences to Jihoon and the bereaved family.
We respectfully pray for the deceased's repose.<
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