He will enlist on January 20.
OnlyOneOf member Rie is preparing to begin compulsory military service. On January 20, the K-Pop idol will officially enlist in the South Korean army, fulfilling his duty as part of the army’s military band.
The announcement came from a press release shared by the group’s agency, 8D entertainment, on their X account (formerly known as Twitter).
The agency expressed gratitude to fans, known as lyOn, for their unwavering support of Rie and the group. They also provided details about the enlistment process.
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Just one of Rie’s military service obligation guides
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— Official OnlyOneOf (@OnlyOneOf_twt) January 7, 2025
HI,
This is 8D entertainment.We sincerely thank all lyOn fans who appreciate and support OnlyOneOf and would like to provide information regarding Rie’s military enlistment.
OnlyOneOf member Rie will enlist as an active duty soldier on January 20 and perform his mandatory military service in the Army’s military band.
To minimize congestion on enlistment day, there will be no special events, and as this is a space shared with many soldiers and their families, we kindly ask fans to refrain from visiting.
We ask for your continued love and support for Rie so she can complete her service and return to good health.
Thank you.
— 8D entertainment
Rie is the first member of OnlyOneOf to join the military, marking a temporary hiatus in her contributions to the group. OnlyOneOf has gained recognition for its unique concepts and artistry, and Rie has played a significant role in their success.
Fans have already started sharing heartfelt messages online, wishing Rie strength and health during this new chapter