Kaylee VCHA Suicide: KG – This hurts so much. KG took to Instagram to declare that she is quitting VCHA and suing JYP Entertainment to end her contract, citing harassment from certain employees as the reason. Here is the full text, if international VLights need to auto-translate:
“Yesterday, I filed a lawsuit because I have decided to terminate my contract with JYP Entertainment and exit VCHA after experiencing incidents of abuse and mistreatment by certain staff members. I feel it was not a good environment for my mental health and I apologize if my leave disappoints any of you. I am not in support of the working and living conditions that led a member to attempt suicide. Nor do I support an environment that encourages eating disorders and has caused members to self-harm.
I made this decision back in May and am still waiting for release from my contract. I am worried for the girls who remain in VCHA, my friends, who I truly love and care for. I also realized if I remain at JYP Entertainment, I am not able to become the artist I aspire to be, as I really enjoy songwriting and production. I have accumulated a massive amount of company debt, while being paid very little for the intense work and extreme limitations on our personal lives. Although such incidents occurred, there were also beautiful moments.
I’d like to thank J.Y. Park, company executives, and staff for believing in me and the exceptional training. I do not blame anyone for the treatment endured, but feel this is an issue that lies deep embedded in the K-pop industry. I am grateful for the friendships I made and the incredible opportunity to perform for a global audience. Thank you V-lights for your love and support, and I ask you to continue to shine your support towards VCHA, regardless of my absence.
I’ve grown a love for Korean culture and K-Pop music. In the future, I will continue making music in this genre, but not under these circumstances. I hope that my leave can encourage the K-pop system to make changes for the better, in hopes of protecting the idols and trainees who remain in these companies’ hands.
-KG”
Who Is KG?
One of the Korean-American artists signed to JYP Entertainment is KG. She was formed via the JYP Entertainment survival show “A2K” and is now a member of the girl group VCHA. Before the release of their debut single “Girls of the Year” on January 26, 2024, she made her debut with VCHA. She will be taking an indefinite vacation from JYP Entertainment owing to health issues, according to an announcement made before their first comeback on March 15, 2024.
