On July 25, 2026, former SISTAR member and soloist Soyou announced a temporary pause on all upcoming professional engagements following the sad news of her father’s passing at the age of 70.
Her agency released an official statement to inform the public and media about the circumstances surrounding her sudden schedule freeze.
The announcement was made to provide clarity to fans and event organizers who noticed changes to her immediate broadcast and promotional commitments, while also requesting respect for the family’s privacy as they navigate their loss.
The official statement from her management confirmed the news with a straightforward update on her situation, stating,
“Soyou’s father has passed away.”
The announcement made it clear that her current priority is to step back from the spotlight to fulfill family obligations during this difficult period of mourning.
Private Memorial Proceedings and Official Agency Appeal
In accordance with the explicit wishes of the family, the funeral and memorial arrangements are being conducted in a quiet and reserved manner.
Addressing the nature of the upcoming ceremonies, the agency shared,
“In accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family, the wake and funeral proceedings will be held privately.”
This request ensures that Soyou, along with her family members and close personal acquaintances, can pay their respects in peace away from public scrutiny and media attention.
To protect the family’s privacy and allow the artist time to process her grief, her representatives urged the public and media outlets for understanding during this time.
The agency concluded their statement by adding,
“We ask for your generous understanding so that [Soyou] can have time to mourn together with her family, and we offer our blessings to the departed.”
Industry Support and Respect for Privacy
Following the announcement, fans and colleagues across the entertainment industry expressed their heartfelt condolences for Soyou and her family.
Management will coordinate adjustments to her future schedules and provide further updates once she is ready to resume her official activities.
