Source Music announced on April 30, 2025, that LE SSERAFIM member Huh Yunjin is temporarily pausing group activities due to lower back pain. The agency is prioritizing her recovery, and fans are sending heartfelt support for her swift healing.
Source Music shared an official statement on Weverse, revealing that Huh Yunjin has been experiencing lower back pain during practice sessions. The discomfort has caused difficulty with movement, prompting multiple hospital visits for treatment. Following medical advice, she is now focusing on rest and recovery. As a result, Yunjin will not participate in LE SSERAFIM’s fan signing events scheduled for May 1 at Counting Stars and May 2 at Music Plant.
The agency emphasized that Yunjin’s health is their top priority. They are adjusting her schedule to ensure she has enough time to heal without pressure. Source Music also expressed their commitment to supporting her treatment, aiming for her return in good health.
Fan Support and Reactions
Fans, known as FEARNOTs, have flooded social media with messages of love and encouragement. Many expressed concern for Yunjin’s well-being, noting her intense performance style and dedication to the group.
“I mean the way she bending backwards 90 degrees in choreography every comeback She also set out on a mission to change the industry and is carrying all that talent on her back.”
“Speedy recovery our baby yunjiin.. !! Fighting!!”
“Aww, poor Yunjin 😭 get well soon!”
“Back pain fucking sucks, get well soon Yunjin!”
“Wishing you a speedy recovery and good health Yunjin!”
Some fans speculated that her back pain may have stemmed from recent intense practice sessions for LE SSERAFIM’s Japan release. Others shared personal experiences, highlighting how lower back pain can affect daily movements like walking, sitting, or even laughing.
Huh Yunjin’s Role in LE SSERAFIM
Huh Yunjin, also known as Jennifer Huh, is the main vocalist of LE SSERAFIM, a five-member girl group under Source Music and HYBE Labels. Born on October 8, 2001, in Seoul, South Korea, she moved to the United States at eight months old and grew up in Albany, New York. Yunjin pursued music from a young age, performing as a mezzo-soprano and later moving to South Korea at 16 to train as a K-pop idol.
She gained attention as a contestant on Produce 48 in 2018, representing Pledis Entertainment, but was eliminated in episode 11, ranking 26th. After joining Source Music in 2021, she debuted with LE SSERAFIM on May 2, 2022, with their first mini-album FEARLESS. Yunjin is not only a talented singer but also a songwriter, contributing to tracks like Blue Flame, Impurities, and Good Parts (When the Quality Is Bad but I Am). She has released solo songs, including Raise y_our glass (2022), I ≠ DOLL (2023), love you twice (2023), blessing in disguise (2023), and Jellyfish (2025).
Her vibrant stage presence and emotional performances have made her a beloved member of the group. Fans have praised her for her heartfelt interactions, often sharing messages of gratitude on Weverse.
LE SSERAFIM’s Recent Activities
LE SSERAFIM, consisting of Miyawaki Sakura, Kim Chaewon, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae, has been busy with their EASY CRAZY HOT tour. The tour began in Incheon, South Korea, and includes stops in Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand, Singapore, and North America, starting in September 2025. The group recently released their fifth mini-album HOT, with four out of five tracks deemed eligible for broadcast by KBS.
On March 17, 2025, they released the English version of HOT, followed by the LE SSERAFIM Package on March 18. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Circle Album Chart, marking another milestone for the group. Yunjin’s absence from the upcoming fan events is a significant change, as she is known for her warm engagement with fans.
Past Health Updates for LE SSERAFIM
This is not the first time Source Music has prioritized the health of LE SSERAFIM members. In October 2022, Yunjin and Kim Chaewon were involved in a minor car accident, suffering muscle pain and minor bruising. They paused activities briefly to recover, reassuring fans via Weverse that they were fine.
In February 2024, Hong Eunchae missed a Music Bank broadcast due to a fever, with Yunjin stepping in as a special MC. In May 2023, Yunjin also took a brief hiatus from a fan signing event due to the passing of a family member, receiving widespread support from fans.
Current Status and Fan Hopes
As of May 4, 2025, Source Music provided an additional update on Yunjin’s health, confirming she is still under medical care and focusing on recovery. The agency has not specified a timeline for her return, emphasizing that her well-being comes first. Fans continue to rally behind her, sharing messages of support and hoping for her full recovery.
“The poor thing. I hope she gets better soon, and doesn’t rush into activities before she’s healed. And I hope she’s able to contact her fans somehow while she recovers! Missing a fan meet must be destroying her.”
“She must be absolutely heartbroken to be missing a fan event of all things.”
Yunjin’s passion for music and her connection with fans remain strong. Her recent solo track Jellyfish, released on January 10, 2025, reflects her ability to find beauty in everyday struggles, a sentiment that resonates with fans during this time.
The latest update from Source Music on May 4, 2025, confirms that Huh Yunjin is continuing her treatment and resting as advised by doctors. Fans are encouraged to send their support and understanding as she takes this time to heal.
CREDITS: Source Music Weverse
