SM ENTERTAINMENT
Sunny, a beloved figure in the K-pop realm and a prominent member of Girls' Generation, has officially parted ways with SM Entertainment after an illustrious 16-year journey with the agency.
Confirming the departure, SM Entertainment announced on Tuesday that Sunny's exclusive contract had reached its conclusion. The agency expressed gratitude for the remarkable journey Sunny had shared with them, extending well wishes for her new endeavors.
"We extend our heartfelt thanks to Sunny for her enduring partnership with us over the years," SM Entertainment stated. "As her exclusive contract comes to an end, we anticipate and encourage your support for Sunny's forthcoming path."
Sunny, too, took to her Instagram account to share her sentiments about this significant transition. In her statement, she conveyed her intention to embrace new horizons and perspectives with courage.
"With a sense of bravery, I embark on this journey to explore new surroundings and broaden my outlook," Sunny articulated. She expressed deep appreciation towards SM Entertainment for enabling her transformation from Lee Soon-kyu, a 19-year-old aspiring artist, into the iconic Sunny of Girls' Generation.
As she bid farewell, Sunny extended heartfelt gratitude to her devoted fans, the agency that nurtured her talent, and the dedicated staff members who accompanied her throughout her 16-year odyssey.
The question of Sunny's future professional direction remains open, as details regarding any potential exclusive contract with another agency have not been disclosed.
Sunny made her remarkable debut in 2007 as a vital member of Girls' Generation, a renowned girl group that has left an indelible mark on the K-pop landscape. The collective is celebrated for producing chart-topping hits, including "Into The New World" (2007), "Genie" (2009), "I Got A Boy" (2013), and "Party" (2015), among others.
As Sunny takes this poignant step forward, bidding adieu to the agency that nurtured her artistic journey, fans and industry insiders alike eagerly await her next chapter and the vibrant path she chooses to forge.
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