TWICE’s Jeongyeon has embarked on a new chapter in her career, as she recently revealed her departure from JYP Entertainment in a heartfelt, handwritten letter posted on her personal Instagram on August 10. The emotional message shared her feelings and appreciation during her time with the agency, sparking a wave of support and curiosity among ONCEs worldwide.
This significant move marks a new beginning for the beloved idol.
“Hello, this is Jeongyeon.
After giving a lot of thought to how to express my feelings, I am sharing this letter with you all.
JYP has been my second home since my teenage years; a place where I’ve spent so much time and created so many cherished memories.
I am now preparing to start a new chapter in a new place.Leaving a place that feels so familiar to me was daunting at first, but I was able to find the courage thanks to my members and our ONCE who have always believed in me.
I am deeply grateful to my members and ONCE; words cannot fully express my gratitude. I am also very grateful to the JYP family who helped me grow into the person I am today.
The one thing I truly want to tell ONCE is that even though I am moving on to a new chapter to take on new challenges, TWICE, the center of my life, will remain unchanged, just as it is now. Standing before ONCE as a member of TWICE will always be my very first priority.
I will prepare step by step with all my heart—both for my journey as TWICE’s Jeongyeon, whom you have loved so much, and for the new challenges ahead as Yu Jeongyeon.
I thank you from the bottom of my heart for believing in me and always staying by my side. Since we still have so much time ahead of us to create new memories, I will work hard to fill those moments even more beautifully with ONCE.
Thank you always.”
— Jeongyeon
Meanwhile, Jeongyeon has signed an exclusive contract with Varo Entertainment, which is the same agency as her sister, acclaimed actress Gong Seongyeon. This new arrangement sees Jeongyeon joining forces with her sibling under the same professional roof, promising exciting new ventures.
Varo Entertainment was quick to release a statement regarding their new artist. The agency stated, “We will be a partner who will support Jeongyeon fully in her new challenges as an actor, based on her global influence built over the years, while making sure she continues smoothly with group activities.” This reassuring message confirms that while Jeongyeon will explore acting, her commitment to TWICE will remain uninterrupted, a detail that brings immense relief to fans.
Fans showed full support and hoped she would receive the attention she deserves, flooding social media with messages of encouragement and excitement for her future endeavors, both as an actor and as a valued member of TWICE.
And we will support you no matter what🩵🩵🩵 https://t.co/X8u6kPJAvW
— manzanita 👾 SAW TWICE (@Manzanita193) August 10, 2026
good for her, she deserves a company who values her https://t.co/zzZEeAZ7Qb
— Tzuyus❾nly (@tzulovelyy) August 10, 2026
and honestly good for her bc jyp has never once done their due diligence for any of her activities 😭 https://t.co/8nx027f6Pn
This development opens up a world of possibilities for Jeongyeon, allowing her to expand her artistic horizons while maintaining her strong bond with TWICE and its dedicated fanbase.
