J-Hope, a member of BTS, has been diagnosed with COVID-19.

J-Hope tested positive for COVID-19 after experiencing a sore throat on March 24, according to Big Hit Music.

The complete English statement from the agency is as follows:

Hello.

This is Big Hit Music.

We would like to provide you with some information regarding BTS member J-Hope being diagnosed with COVID-19.

J-Hope exhibited symptoms of a sore throat and visited a hospital to take a PCR test on Wednesday, March 23, and he was diagnosed with COVID-19 this morning.

J-Hope has completed three doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and is currently not presenting any extraordinary symptoms other than a sore throat. He is in self-quarantine and undergoing treatment at home.

Except for J-Hope, the members of BTS are not experiencing any particular symptoms at the moment.

J-Hope is planning to take part in activities scheduled to take place next month once his at-home treatment concludes.

The company places the artists’ health as our top priority, and we will do everything we can to aid J-Hope in his speedy recovery. We will also diligently cooperate with the requests and guidelines of the health care authorities.

Thank you.

We are wishing J-Hope a speedy recovery!