POW's Dongyeon Mourns the Loss of His Father

In the early hours of June 13, 2026, ​ POW member Dongyeon received the devastating news that his father had passed away after a prolonged battle with illness. The GRID Entertainment artist, whose real name is Youn Dongyeon (also known as Justin Lajo), is currently at the funeral hall with his family, sharing quiet moments of grief in a private ceremony limited to close relatives.

"Dongyeon's father fought bravely for years," a close source familiar with the family shared. "He was incredibly supportive of his son's dreams, often traveling to early practices and cheering from the sidelines even when health challenges made it difficult." This personal touch echoes the experiences of many idols who credit parental sacrifice for their paths in the demanding K-pop industry.

POW, the five-member boy group featuring Yorch, Hyunbin, Jungbin, Dongyeon, and Hong, has been gaining steady international momentum. Their January 2026 single "Come True" showcased Dongyeon's smooth vocals and dance prowess, earning praise during fan events across Asia.

The agency has confirmed Dongyeon will step back from all schedules to focus on his family, with a full support plan in place for his return. Fans have flooded social media with messages of love and strength, trending hashtags like #StayStrongDongyeon.

Read full statement:

"Hello, this is GRID Entertainment. We are deeply saddened to share the heartbreaking news that the father of POW member Dongyeon passed away in the early hours of today (June 13) following a long illness.

Dongyeon is currently with his family at the funeral hall, and the funeral will be held privately with family members and close relatives in accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family.

GRID Entertainment will provide Dongyeon with full support so that he may have sufficient time to grieve and be with his loved ones during this difficult period. We kindly ask fans to keep Dongyeon and his family in their thoughts, and to respect their privacy as they mourn.

We extend our deepest condolences to Dongyeon and his family. May the deceased rest in peace.

Thank you."

In times like these, the industry often reflects on the human cost behind the spotlight. Grief counselors note that such family losses can profoundly shape an artist's emotional depth in future work. Our thoughts are with Dongyeon and his loved ones may his father rest in peace.

POW and fans alike will await his return when he's ready

Source: GRID Entertainment