On April 3, 2025, Youngjae, a member of the K-pop group GOT7, shared heartbreaking news on Bubble, a popular South Korean social media platform, regarding the loss of his beloved pet dog, Coco. Coco had been a cherished companion in Youngjae’s life for over a decade and had been battling heart disease prior to her passing. In his emotional message, he uploaded a picture of Coco and expressed his feelings, as translated by X user @cyjprint:
“ahgases, are you doing well? I don’t know how you’re doing or if you’re eating well. guess what, coco said at dawn today that she was going on a outing! so i sent her off well!”
Youngjae Reflects on Coco’s Journey with Heartfelt Gratitude
In his poignant reflection on Coco’s passing, Youngjae conveyed deep appreciation for the support of his fans, who have shown love towards his canine companion. He fondly recalled Coco as a “happiest pup in the world,” emphasizing her joyful spirit. His sentiments were captured in another heartfelt message, as noted by X user @cyjprint:
“Thank you for loving as much as I do! Well, I’m sure there are some who don’t, but coco is still the happiest pup in the world. I’ll believe that and try to pull myself together a bit, okay? I’m always grateful and love you, ahgases!!”
He continued, sharing an uplifting message:
“It just seemed like you were really worried! So I wanted to tell you!! Coco isn’t in pain anymore and will be happy! thank you!!!”
Who is Youngjae?
For those unfamiliar, Youngjae, whose full name is Choi Young-jae, is not only a talented singer but also a songwriter and actor, recognized as one of the primary vocalists of GOT7. The group made an impressive debut on January 16, 2014, with their extended play Got It?, launched under JYP Entertainment. This debut album included hit tracks like “Hello,””Girls Girls Girls,”and “I Like You,”making a significant mark in the K-pop industry.
Recent Developments in GOT7’s Musical Journey
Continuing to evolve as an artist, Youngjae ventured into his solo career, releasing the extended play Colors from Ars on October 5, 2021, through Sublime Artist Agency. This collection included songs such as “Beautiful,””Tasty,”and “Moonlight,”showcasing his versatility and artistry.
Moreover, GOT7 recently celebrated a new milestone by unveiling their 12th mini-album, Winter Heptagon, on January 20, 2025, through Kakao Entertainment. This latest release features nine captivating tracks, including “Python,””Smooth,”and “Yours Truly,”and indicates the group’s continual presence and evolution in the competitive music scene.