BTS’ V announces pet dog Yeontan’s death, thanks fans for support

Kim Taehyung, also known as V of BTS, shared the heartbreaking news of his beloved dog, Yeontan, passing away on December 2, 2024. Through a heartfelt post on social media, V expressed his deep sorrow while reflecting on cherished memories with Yeontan, who had been a significant part of his life and BTS’s fandom, ARMY.
In the post, V wrote tenderly about Yeontan’s journey to “doggy heaven” and thanked ARMY for showering his pet with immense love over the years.
He requested fans to keep Yeontan in their thoughts so that he could “be happy in heaven too.” Known for his close bond with Yeontan, V often shared moments with “Tannie” (as fans affectionately called him) that were universally loved.
In fact, Yeontan featured on the poster for V’s debut solo album, Layover, and appeared again on the cover of his next single, White Christmas, with the late Bing Crosby.
Taehyung wrote, “To be honest, the reason I have come to write a post like this is because Yeontan has left on a long journey to doggy heaven recently. I’ve thought a lot about how to tell you all about this, but I convey this news as I thought it would be right to tell all ARMYs who have sent so much love until now. I would be thankful if ARMYs would be able to think of Yeontan here and there so that he can be happy in heaven too.”
V also encouraged ARMY to cherish their loved ones, ending his message with gratitude and love for his supporters.
The news has left many deeply saddened, especially BTS ARMY, who have witnessed Kim Taehyung and Yeontan grow together since BTS’s early years.
eanwhile, the musician’s latest single, Winter Ahead, a collaboration with Park Hyo-shin, has been receiving widespread love and adulation.