NU'EST's Former Member Baekho Parts Ways with Pledis Entertainment After 13 Years
After a successful 13-year journey, Baekho, the former member of the renowned group NU'EST, has officially bid farewell to Pledis Entertainment as of March 6.
Reports from News1 Korea confirmed the news on the 6th, revealing that Baekho and Pledis Entertainment reached a mutual agreement to end their collaboration. Both parties engaged in thoughtful discussions, ultimately deciding to part ways amicably, extending well wishes for each other's future endeavors. With this decision, Baekho will be concluding his tenure with Pledis, marking an end to over a decade of collaboration.
In an official statement, Pledis Entertainment conveyed their appreciation to Baekho's loyal fan base:
"We extend our deepest gratitude to all the fans who have unwaveringly supported Baekho.
The exclusive contract with Baekho is set to conclude on March 14. Following extensive conversations about the trajectory of his career, both Baekho and Pledis Entertainment have mutually agreed to conclude the contract.
Since debuting with NU’EST in 2012, Baekho has carved out a distinguished path as a singer-songwriter, venturing into musicals, variety shows, and diverse entertainment avenues. With his unwavering passion and exceptional talent, Baekho has left an indelible mark across various entertainment spheres.
As a token of appreciation to his steadfast supporters, Baekho will release a digital single on March 14, signifying the culmination of his official activities under Pledis Entertainment.
We are profoundly thankful to Baekho for his collaborative journey with us. We sincerely aspire to see his forthcoming endeavors lead to even greater success, and we wholeheartedly wish him the best as he embarks on fresh adventures.
Our heartfelt thanks also extend to all dOnO [fandom name] members who have stood by Baekho throughout. We urge you to continue showering Baekho with love and support as he steps into this new phase with warmth.
Thank you."
Baekho made his debut in 2012 as part of NU'EST, Pledis's inaugural boy group, captivating audiences with hits like 'Hello,' 'Queen's Knight,' and 'Love Paint.' His journey continued with his participation in the NU'EST W subunit post the group's disbandment in 2022.
Transitioning into a solo artist in September of the same year, Baekho showcased his musical prowess through tracks such as 'No Rules,' 'Elevator,' 'What A We,' 'Love Or Die,' 'Wet and Wild,' and 'Nutty Nutty,' expanding his repertoire.
Apart from his musical endeavors, Baekho has proven his versatility as an entertainer through appearances on popular variety shows like 'The Door' series, 'The Travelogue,' 'Buddy Boys,' 'Idol Truck,' 'Eat Show,' and 'Method Club.'
Despite loyalty shown by extending his contract with Pledis twice in the past, Baekho has opted to venture into new horizons, leaving fans eager to witness his forthcoming ventures across diverse spheres.
Fans now eagerly await to witness the next chapter in Baekho's dynamic career.