[Official] SM Statement: "Taeyeon’s Father Passed Away... New Song Release Temporarily Postponed"

Group Girls' Generation Taeyeon
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[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Kim Yeon-ju] Girls' Generation member and singer Taeyeon has temporarily postponed the release schedule of her new song due to the passing of her father.

On the 9th, SM Entertainment stated, "A tragic event occurred with Taeyeon's father passing away. We sincerely pray for the deceased's peaceful rest and ask for warm support for Taeyeon."

They added, "We regret to inform you that the release of Taeyeon's new song 'Happy' and its music video, which was scheduled for today, has been temporarily postponed. We will announce the new release schedule later."

Meanwhile, the day was Taeyeon's 31st birthday, and she was preparing for the new song release and a live broadcast.

The following is the full official statement from SM Entertainment

Hello, this is SM Entertainment.

On the 9th, Taeyeon experienced the unfortunate passing of her father.

We sincerely pray for the deceased's peaceful rest and ask for warm support for Taeyeon.

We regret to inform you that the release of Taeyeon's new song 'Happy' and its music video, which was scheduled for today, has been temporarily postponed.

We ask for the understanding of many fans who were looking forward to the new song, and we will announce the new release schedule later.

Thank you.