The story resurfaced during the recent HYBE controversy.
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On September 17, KST, a Korean journalist made her personal decision User profile and published on the past controversy of HYBE America‘S current COO.
I amwho works both as a stylist and as a correspondent from New York for Harper’s BAZAAR KoreaHe posted about a female artist who was invited by the COO of HYBE to his hotel room in Miami and was later found dead in her room due to an overdose. He also implied that there were other incidents to talk about, but chose not to.
Last year (2023), the COO of HYBE America took a 20-year-old intern who was about to debut to a hotel in Miami, USA. Unfortunately, she died of a drug overdose. I have much more to say, but I won’t say any more. For those wondering what the relevance of this is, you can just go on your way.
—Kim
The incident referred to in the story concerns David Bolnothe COO of HYBE America and right-hand man to the CEO of HYBE America Scooter BrownAccording to some past reports, the 24-year-old Camilla Sterlingwho was an aspiring singer, was found dead in Bolno’s hotel room on March 30, 2023. Some reports also identified the victim as 34 years old Laura LozanoAlthough Bolno was cleared of all suspicion by the investigating authorities, doubts about his involvement in the case persisted and even resurfaced a few months ago.
Shortly after posting about the incident, Kim removed it and posted an explanation, saying that acquaintances were concerned for her well-being.
I am deleting this because my acquaintances are very concerned. For those who know nothing about the world and only criticize what they do not want to hear while typing on the keyboard from the safety of their homes, you can stay where you are. I have received many DMs. You can simply send screenshots and the lawyers will handle them properly. Thank you sincerely for your concern.
—Kim
She later added another story, completely retracting, adding that what she had posted was a rumor and apologized for “providing incorrect information” to his followers.
The content I previously posted and then voluntarily deleted was a rumor. I apologize for posting it without understanding the details and for misinforming many people. I also extend my sincere apologies to anyone who may have been affected.
—Kim
Although Kim recanted, her post went viral on X (former Chirping), alarming K-Pop fans. The news also spread to Korean communities, leaving Korean netizens anxious.
- “Disgusting and dirty, it makes me want to throw up. Damn.”
- “Wow… The incidents that were buried were probably disgusting too. So disgusting.”
- “They probably come out together because their levels are similar. There is a guarantee that That person doesn’t behave like that, too? Looking at the photos taken there, hmm…”
- “It was something they were trying to keep very quiet about… Scooter is involved as well. It’s all a case of birds of the same plumage flocking together.”
- “Why don’t they fire him? All the female idols who debut will be under suspicion.”
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