ATEEZ’s Seonghwa to Miss Soundcheck Following Grandfather's Passing

ATEEZ member Seonghwa will not be attending the soundcheck for their Oakland concert on July 17 due to the recent passing of his grandfather, KQ Entertainment announced on July 16 KST. Despite this, "Seonghwa will still be performing at the actual concert later that evening." After attending his grandfather's funeral in Korea, "Seonghwa will return to the United States to participate in the group’s activities," the agency stated.

Hello.

This is KQ Entertainment.

It is with deepest regrets and sadness that we bring notice of Seonghwa’s grandfather’s passing on the 15th of July.

We extend our heartfelt sympathies and ask for your warm condolences and encouragement for Seonghwa during this time as we keep the dearly departed in our thoughts and prayers.

After careful discussions with the company, Seonghwa has made the decision return to his schedules in the U.S. after taking time for him to be with his family and friends for the mourning process and funeral. As such, he will not be participating in the ‘[TOWARDS THE LIGHT : WILL TO POWER] IN OAKLAND’ SOUND CHECK taking place on July 17, but will partake in the concert performance on that day as scheduled.

We ask for your understanding and once again extend our deepest condolences and sympathies and ask for your warm comfort and encouragements for the family and loved ones.

Thank you.