AOA Hyejeong Shares Update After Jimin's Departure: "I Will Take Better Care of Those Around Me"

AOA Hyejeong. Photo by Hyejeong Instagram photo capture

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Min Jun-young] Hyejeong, a member of the girl group AOA, revealed her first update since former member Mina exposed that former leader Jimin had bullied her.

On the 21st, Hyejeong posted on her Instagram, "Elvis (fan club) everyone, from the warm March when filming started to the hot days now, 'Although I Don't Know Much, We Are Family,' which we have been filming hard for 5 months, finally airs its last episode today!"

She said, "I am cautious about writing during difficult times," adding, "Still, I wanted to express my gratitude to all the actors and staff I met while filming, and to Elvis, who always supported me and gave me so much trust and love."

She continued, "Now, returning from Seoyoung to Hyejeong, I will strive to be healthier in both body and mind and take better care of those around me. I will become a person who learns and grows more. I hope only happiness fills everyone's lives."

Previously, AOA's former member Kwon Mina claimed she was bullied by fellow group member Jimin for 10 years.

She also revealed that due to the bullying, she was unable to be by her father's deathbed and even attempted suicide.

In response, Jimin admitted her wrongdoing, apologized, and left the group.

Since Jimin's departure, AOA has completely halted their activities.

Below is the full text of Hyejeong's Instagram post.

Elvis, everyone, from the warm March when filming started to the hot days now, 'Although I Don't Know Much, We Are Family,' which we have been filming hard for 5 months, finally airs its last episode today.

I am cautious about writing during difficult times, but I wanted to express my gratitude to all the actors and staff I met while filming, and to Elvis, who always supported me and gave me so much trust and love.

Now, returning from Seoyoung to Hyejeong, I will strive to be healthier in both body and mind and take better care of those around me. And I will become a person who learns and grows more. I hope only happiness fills everyone's lives.

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