[The Epoch Times, April 2, 2022](The Epoch Times reporter Zeng Weixin compiled and reported) SM Entertainment announced today (2nd) that Wendy (Wendy), a member of its girl group Red Velvet (Son Seung Wan) was diagnosed with the virus today. To this end, Wendy will be absent from the radio program she hosts, and related schedules such as fan meetings will also be cancelled. Within a month, all members of Red Velvet were diagnosed with the CCP virus (COVID-19/Wuhan pneumonia).
On the 30th, SM Entertainment announced that Red Velvet member Seulgi (also translated: Kang Seulgi/Kang Seulgi) had tested positive, and stated that Wendy tested negative when using a self-test kit, but plans to undergo another PCR quarantine. SM Entertainment announced today that Wendy has tested positive.
SM Entertainment stated that Wendy has received three doses of the vaccine and currently has no special symptoms. She has suspended all travel and quarantined according to the guidelines of the epidemic prevention authorities. For this reason, she will not be able to attend broadcasts and fan signing events.
The company also stated that it will give priority to the health and safety of the artist, and will do its best to allow Wendy to focus on recovery.
On March 14, SM Entertainment announced that Red Velvet members Irene (Bae Joo Hyun), Joy (Park Soo Young), and Yeri (Kim Ye Rim) had tested positive. Red Velvet was originally scheduled to be held on March 19 and 20 at the SK Handball Arena in Seoul Olympic Park. The “2022 The ReVe Festival: Prologue” Special Live performance has been postponed.
After the release of the mini album “The ReVe Festival 2022 – Feel My Rhythm” on March 21, member Seki was diagnosed on the 30th, and Red Velvet cancelled “M Countdown” on the 31st and “Music Bank” on April 1st. Promotional itinerary for a music program. Wendy also suspended work today due to the confirmed diagnosis. So far, all members of Red Velvet have experience of contracting the virus.
Responsible editor: Liu Yuhan