Stray Kids' Lee Know announces military enlistment plans
ICYMI, Filo Stays: Lee Know of Stray Kids is set to begin his mandatory military service in early 2027.
The group's label, JYP Entertainment, announced on Nov. 5 that Lee Know will enlist in the military in the first quarter of 2027.
"Lee Know is scheduled to fulfill his mandatory military service in the first quarter of 2027. As a result, he may be unable to participate in some of the activities scheduled for the first quarter of 2027," the statement read, per Soompi. The agency has yet to disclose the specific date.
It assured that before his enlistment, Lee Know will continue his individual activities, as well as be a part of Stray Kids' content.
"We understand that this news may come as a surprise to many STAY, and we appreciate your kind understanding. Additional details that cannot be shared at this time will be announced separately when they become available," it said.
"We hope you will continue to show your unwavering love and support for Lee Know and Stray Kids in their upcoming activities," it concluded.
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Lee Know, whose real name is Lee Min-ho, will be the first in the group to enlist in the military.
Stray Kids last visited the Philippines in 2024 during their dominATE tour. They debuted in the K-pop scene in 2018 and have since earned awards.
Some of their hit songs include Chk Chk Boom, Backdoor, LALALA, God’s Menu, This & That, Case 143, and Maniac.
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