Fans linked it to her cousin’s sudden passing.
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Red Velvet recently made their long-awaited comeback with Velvet Summer, marking the group’s first release in two years.
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Along with the new mini album, the members reunited with fans through a three-night fan concert packed with both classic hits and new performances celebrating the group’s 12th anniversary.
While the concerts were filled with memorable moments, Seulgi in particular left fans emotional.
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During a performance of the emotional track “Candy,” Seulgi suddenly broke down in tears while singing. Unable to hold back her emotions, she was comforted by fellow member Yeri, who wrapped her in a tight hug as the performance continued. Videos of the moment quickly spread online, with many fans saying it broke their hearts.
SEULGIII 🫂 pic.twitter.com/7LLDcTqp50
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During the members’ closing speeches, Seulgi became emotional again. She struggled to continue speaking, pausing to wipe away her tears before finishing what she wanted to say to fans.
Context: Seulgi started crying during Wendy’s message for her (compliment relay after Blue Lemonade), cried again during her message to Luvies, kept crying throughout Night Drive, tried to calm down during the costume change, and started sobbing the moment Yeri looked her in the…
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Many fans connected the emotional moments to the difficult year Seulgi has had.
even though seulgi keeps saying she’s okay and telling us not to worry about her but this still breaks my heart 😢 pic.twitter.com/8IBfe5dLhq
— bib (@ksgdinas) August 2, 2026
Earlier this June, Seulgi’s cousin Sujin, whom she was known to be very close to, passed away unexpectedly. Despite the heartbreaking loss, Seulgi continued preparing for Red Velvet’s Velvet Summer comeback instead of stepping away from activities.
Red Velvet Seulgi’s YouTuber Cousin Sujin Suddenly Passes Away
Following the concert, many fans shared messages of support on X, saying they wished Seulgi had been given more time to grieve before returning to work. Others hoped that performing alongside her members and seeing fans again could bring her some comfort during such a difficult time.
it breaks my heart seeing her clutch yeri so tightly while crying… she’s been through so much lately 😔pic.twitter.com/6z5tddBdbu
— zimzalabich🥀 (@revenator329) August 3, 2026
exactly… she deserved more time to grieve too https://t.co/SyAMCKdQTI
— ْ (@seulgilore) August 2, 2026
She’s been through so much this year and haven’t had a proper time to grieve with family yet… i just hope that since performing is one of her true loves, being on stage and interacting with fans is some form of healing for her too 🥺❤️ https://t.co/xp4r6SNuf2
— 😢 (@moistshitgi) August 3, 2026
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