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BREAKING: Jeongyeon Confirms JYP Exit, Signs With VARO Entertainment
TWICE’s Jeongyeon Starts a New Chapter: Leaves JYP Entertainment for VARO Entertainment
The Big News in Simple Terms
Imagine you’ve lived in the same house since you were a teenager. It’s comfortable, filled with memories, and the people there watched you grow up. But one day, you decide it’s time to move to a new place that better fits who you’re becoming. That’s exactly what Jeongyeon from the world-famous K-pop group TWICE just did!
On August 10, she shared a heartfelt handwritten letter on Instagram announcing her departure from JYP Entertainment—her agency home for over a decade. The very same day, VARO Entertainment welcomed her with open arms and an exclusive contract.
Important Callout:
Jeongyeon is NOT leaving TWICE! She made it crystal clear: "TWICE, the center of my life, will remain unchanged… Standing before ONCE as a member of TWICE will always be my very first priority."
Why This Matters: Breaking It Down
What Changed?
- Old Agency: JYP Entertainment (her home since trainee days)
- New Agency: VARO Entertainment (an actor-focused agency)
- Group Status: Still a full member of TWICE
- New Focus: Acting career + continued group activities
Who Is VARO Entertainment?
Think of VARO as a "talent agency for actors." They represent some amazing performers:
- Gong Seung Yeon — Jeongyeon’s real-life older sister!
- Byeon Woo Seok — Star of Lovely Runner and Strong Girl Nam-soon
- Jin Goo — Veteran actor with tons of acclaimed roles
- Lee Chae Min — Rising star from Hierarchy and Crash Course in Romance
Jeongyeon’s Journey: From Trainee to Today
- Teenage Years — Joined JYP as a trainee
- 2015 — Debuted with TWICE at age 18
- 2015–2024 — 9 incredible years: hit songs, world tours, millions of fans (ONCE)
- August 10, 2024 — Announced departure from JYP
- Same Day — Signed with VARO Entertainment
- Next Chapter — Acting challenges + TWICE activities
Key Points from Jeongyeon’s Handwritten Letter
"JYP has been my second home since my teenage years… I am now preparing to start a new chapter in a new place."
Here’s what she wanted fans to know:
- Gratitude — Thankful to JYP family, TWICE members, and ONCE (fans)
- Was Scared — Leaving the familiar was "daunting at first"
- Found Courage — Thanks to members’ and fans’ unwavering belief in her
- New Challenges — Wants to grow as actress Yu Jeongyeon
- TWICE Forever — Group activities remain #1 priority
- Future Promise — "We still have so much time ahead… I will work hard to fill those moments even more beautifully"
What VARO Entertainment Said
"We deeply resonated with Yu Jeongyeon’s authentic attitude and sincerity toward acting… We will become a reliable partner who provides unwavering support so that she can take on new challenges as an actress while also continuing her group activities smoothly."
Translation: They love her genuine passion for acting and promise to support both her solo acting career and her work with TWICE.
What This Means for Fans (ONCE)
| What Stays the Same | What’s New |
|---|---|
| Jeongyeon in TWICE | Jeongyeon pursuing acting roles |
| Group comebacks & tours | New team supporting her solo work |
| TWICE content & schedules | Closer to sister Gong Seung Yeon professionally |
| Jeongyeon’s goofy, lovable self | Fresh opportunities to shine in new ways |
Summary
Jeongyeon isn’t going anywhere—TWICE fans can breathe easy! After nearly 10 years at JYP Entertainment, she’s moving to VARO Entertainment to spread her wings as an actress while keeping her spot in TWICE as her top priority. It’s like getting a new manager for your side hustle while keeping your main job. Her sister’s already there, the agency specializes in acting, and they’ve explicitly promised to support her group activities. Exciting times ahead for both TWICE’s Jeongyeon and actress Yu Jeongyeon!
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
Is Jeongyeon leaving TWICE?
Absolutely not! She stated clearly: "TWICE will remain unchanged… Standing before ONCE as a member of TWICE will always be my very first priority."
Why did she leave JYP Entertainment?
After nearly a decade, she felt ready for a new environment that specializes in acting—her growing passion. JYP was her "second home," but she needed a partner focused on her acting goals.
Will this affect TWICE’s comeback schedule?
No. VARO Entertainment explicitly promised to support her so she can "continue her group activities smoothly." TWICE plans stay on track.
What acting projects might she do?
Nothing announced yet! But VARO represents top actors like Byeon Woo Seok (Lovely Runner), so she’s in great hands for future dramas or films.
Can she still do variety shows and solo music?
Yes! Her new agency supports her "new challenges" broadly. Whether it’s acting, variety, or solo music—she has a team ready to help her explore.
Here’s to Jeongyeon’s brave new chapter—and to many more years of TWICE magic!
