LeeKnow of Stray Kids will likely begin his mandatory military service by March at the latest, label JYP Entertainment announced on Thursday.
Though he may not be able to attend activities scheduled for the first quarter of 2027, he will stay in touch with his fans through a range of content and individual activities, the company added, seeking understanding for the surprise announcement.
The 28-year-old performer is the eldest of the group's eight members and will be the first to enlist. He debuted in 2018 as the main dancer of the team.
Stray Kids are in the middle of the world tour “Run It,” which runs through March 7, according to the tour plan released so far. The group will be hosting three shows at Tokyo Dome starting Friday. Its fourth EP in Japan, “Suiatsu,” is scheduled for release later this month.
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