Alex, a cherished member of DRIPPIN, has taken the heartbreaking decision to leave both the group and Woollim Entertainment.
The devastating news comes after Alex's previous hiatus in January 2023, where he took a step back from the limelight to address health-related issues.
Fans held onto hope for his return, but now it seems their worst fears have been realized.
Woollim Entertainment Drops Statement and Message To Alex
On July 28, Woollim Entertainment, shared an emotional statement confirming the departure of Alex that has shattered the hearts of millions of fans worldwide.
The agency expressed gratitude to the devoted fans who have stood by Alex and DRIPPIN through thick and thin.
However, the announcement of Alex's decision to terminate his own contract has left the K-Pop community in shock.
DRIPPIN Alex Terminated His Contract To Woollim
What could have driven Alex to make such a momentous choice?
Speculations are running wild, with fans desperately seeking answers to understand the reasons behind this sudden turn of events.
The statement from Woollim Entertainment hinted at lengthy discussions between the agency, Alex, and his parents about his personal career and aspirations.
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While the details remain behind closed doors, the agency promises to cherish every cherished memory shared with Alex and wishes him the best for his future endeavors.
Messages of love, support, and appreciation flood the internet as they express their deep admiration for Alex's talent and contribution to DRIPPIN.
Read their comments below:
- “All the best lex & for the rest of the members”
- “thank you for everyday with dreamin Lex the days with the ot7 team were the best of my life. You are our sweet and gentle maknae forever! I will always love you baby Rex ich liebe dich für immer”
- “It hurts a lot.... But if it's your decision, I support it... I just hope I can hear your voice again”
- “thank you alex for being apart of drippin I love you so much and hope you’re happy and healthy. I’ll support you on any further activities you wish to do dreamin will always love you”
- “Thank you for the beautiful moments as Drippin's maknae, thank you for making me happy with your existence and way of being, I wish you the best wherever you are, I miss you,more than i've missed someone, thank you seriously thank you”
- “Alex thank you for everything you've worked hard, hope all the best for your future!! Please stay safe and healthy“
- “alex be happy forever !!”
- “Lex, I really hoped that you would come back with that beautiful smile, I loved you from the first moment and for you I became dreamin, regardless of whether you really made that decision or not,I will always love you and support you in whatever you do. Take care of yourself :(“
- “i'm never gonna get used to drippin cb without alex, this is so sad.”
- “I knew this was going to happen, but it hurts a lot like this. Thank you Alex for always giving your best. I will always support you. I love you ”
The group, which debuted in October 2020 and enjoyed a successful comeback in November 2022, will now have to navigate uncharted waters as a six-member ensemble.
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Madison Cullen wrote this.