Two members of K-pop girl group TWICE will not be able to join a concert in Washington after testing positive for Covid-19 in the US.
TWICE members were set to hold their “Ready to Be” 5th world tour on June 16 at Tacoma Dome in Tacoma, Washington.
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TWICE's Dahyun (left) and Jeongyeon tested positive for Covid-19 (Instagram)
However, JYP Entertainment, TWICE’s agency, announced that members Jeongyeon and Dahyun tested positive for Covid-19.
“TWICE members Jeongyeon and Dahyun were not feeling well and tested positive for Covid-19. Unfortunately, they will not be able to attend today’s TWICE 5TH WORLD TOUR ‘READY TO BE’ – Seattle show. Tonight’s show will move ahead with 7 members,” the agency said.
It explained that “we have made this decision to prioritize the artist’s and fans’ health & safety. We ask for everyone’s understanding and offer our sincere apologies.”
“We will do our best to help with Jeongyeon and Dahyun’s recovery and make sure it does not affect the remaining shows. If any changes occur, we will make sure to update to fans and ticketholders soon,” JYP Entertainment said.
TWICE will be holding the concert on June 21 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.