In a surprising turn of events, Girls’ Generation’s beloved member Sunny has revealed her departure from SM Entertainment, the agency that has been her home for a remarkable 16 years. On August 8th, SM Entertainment officially confirmed the news, expressing their gratitude for the memorable journey they’ve shared with Sunny. Sunny took to her personal Instagram account to share her thoughts with fans in a heartfelt letter. She began by expressing gratitude for the group’s 16th debut anniversary and segued into the announcement of her departure. The letter was filled with appreciation for the people who have been a part of her journey, including her fellow Girls’ Generation members, her family, dedicated staff members, and the devoted SONE fandom that has stood by them.
In her touching message, Sunny conveyed her deep appreciation for SM Entertainment, acknowledging the agency’s pivotal role in her transformation from a 19-year-old named Lee Soon Kyu to the iconic Sunny of Girls’ Generation. She extended her thanks to the hardworking managers and staff who have supported the group throughout their flourishing careers. Reflecting on her time as a member of Girls’ Generation, Sunny expressed profound happiness at being able to debut and grow alongside her fellow members. She acknowledged the significance of the group’s official fan club, SONE, in shaping her journey and providing unwavering support. As she embarks on a new chapter outside of SM Entertainment, Sunny spoke of her intentions to gather her courage and embrace this change. She promised to continue spreading positivity through her music and other endeavors, embodying the vibrant and revitalizing spirit that fans have come to know her for.
Sunny’s departure marks the end of an era for both her and Girls’ Generation, a group that has etched its name into the annals of K-pop history. Since her debut in 2007 with “Into The New World,” Sunny has been an integral part of the group’s immense success. With hits like “Gee,” “Genie,” “The Boys,” and “Lion Heart,” Girls’ Generation has been a global phenomenon, captivating fans around the world. Last year, the group celebrated their 15th debut anniversary with the release of their seventh full-length album, “FOREVER 1.” While this chapter may be closing, fans are eager to see what the future holds for both Girls’ Generation and Sunny as they continue on their respective paths.
Sunny (써니) is a South Korean-American singer. She is a lead vocalist of the girl group Girls’ Generation and a member of its sub-unit Girls’ Generation-Oh!GG. Girls’ Generation (Hangul: 소녀시대; Kanji: 少女時代; also known as SNSD or SoShi) is an eight-member girl group under SM Entertainment. Originally as nine, they debuted on August 5, 2007 with their first single “Into the New World”. They are often referred to as “The Nation’s Girl Group”. She was born in Orange County, California and her family moved to Kuwait when she was an infant. However, due to the Gulf War, the family once again relocated to South Korea. As a result of her brief war experience, she is scared of loud noises. Her father, Lee Soo-young, is the older brother of SM Entertainment founder Lee Soo Man. She has two older sisters: Lee Eun-kyu (fifteen years older) and Lee Jin-kyu (ten years older). Sunny and her sisters all share the same birthday: May 15th.
