As news breaks in the K-Pop world, we reflect on recent developments. We wish him the best!

James Announces Departure from dearALICE
In a surprising turn of events for fans, dearALICE member James has officially announced his departure from the five-member group.

A Heartfelt Message to ALICEs
The news, which broke recently, has sent ripples through the fandom, though many are sending their well wishes. In an heartfelt letter posted to his personal Instagram account, James shared his decision, stating he felt it was time to “move on” to new horizons. He expressed immense gratitude to both the dedicated fans (ALICEs) and everyone who worked tirelessly with the group. In a comforting note for fans, he also confirmed that his distinctive voice would still be featured on dearALICE’s highly anticipated upcoming mini-album.
dearALICE’s Unique Journey
For those unfamiliar with their unique journey, dearALICE made their captivating debut in February 2025. They were introduced as a five-member group with an intriguing backstory: developed as a British boy band under the innovative K-Pop system, born from a landmark collaboration between industry giants SM Entertainment and MOON&BACK. Their grand introduction to the world stage happened during one of the iconic SMTOWN concerts, where they dazzled audiences with the powerful performance of their debut single, “Ariana.”

What’s Next for James?
As James embarks on his next chapter, we join fans across the globe in extending our sincerest well wishes. We wish him the best in his future endeavors!



