V of BTS Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Late Pomeranian Yeontan
South Korean singer Kim Taehyung, better known as V, a member of the globally renowned boy band BTS, shared the heartbreaking news of the passing of his beloved Pomeranian, Yeontan, on December 2. The announcement came shortly after the release of his latest digital single titled ‘Winter Ahead’, a collaboration with South Korean ballad singer Park Hyo-shin.
V’s Emotional Message to Fans
In an emotional Instagram story, V expressed his sadness over the year coming to an end, sharing, “Actually the reason why I’m writing this text is because recently Yeontan has left us on a long journey to dog heaven.” The heartfelt message resonated deeply with fans, as he explained his decision to share the news due to the immense love he has received from the ARMY, BTS’s dedicated fan base.
V stated, “I thought a lot about how to tell you guys… since ARMY you all sent so much love until now, I believed this was the right thing to do and delivered the news.”
Remembering Yeontan
V encouraged his fans to remember Yeontan fondly, saying, “I’ll be really thankful if you guys think about Yeontan from time to time so he can be happy in dog heaven.” He also wished for everyone to cherish their loved ones, reminding them to express love during this season. “I hope you can tell your loved ones around you that you love them one more time,” he added.
A Tribute to a Beloved Companion
Yeontan was not only V’s pet but also a significant part of the BTS story. In a previous episode of the Korean YouTube show Pixid, V revealed that Yeontan had heart problems and had survived two unsuccessful surgeries. He expressed his deep gratitude for Yeontan’s resilience, stating, “Tan has a bad heart and had surgery twice… I was so grateful that he fought for his life.”
Since making his “official debut” during a livestream for BTS member Jin’s birthday in December 2017, Yeontan captured the hearts of fans and became a symbol of companionship for V. Yeontan even joined V during his solo debut performance on a music show, reflecting the joyous bond they shared.
Conclusion: A Loving Farewell
As fans and fellow BTS members mourn the loss of Yeontan, V’s touching tribute serves as a reminder of the unconditional love pets bring into our lives. We join V in wishing Yeontan a peaceful journey in doggy heaven, where he will forever be cherished.
