On March 9, 2020, Taeyeon’s father passed away following a heart attack. SM Entertainment confirmed the news to eDaily and through a statement.
Hello. This is SM Entertainment.
Taeyeon’s father has unfortunately passed away on March 9.
May he rest in peace. Please send Taeyeon warm words of consolation.
We inform you that the release of Taeyeon’s new single “Happy” and its music video that was scheduled for today will be postponed.
We ask fans who were waiting for the new release for their understanding, and we will provide an announcement later regarding the plans for the song’s release.
“The funeral will be quiet with the family,” SM Entertainment to eDaily.
Taeyeon, who’s 31st birthday is also March 9, is currently with her family.
The Girls’ Generation leader was also expected to release a single, “Happy,” today, but it has been postponed in light of her father’s passing.
We send our condolences to Taeyeon and her family.
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