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SEVENTEEN's DK & Vernon Enlist This Summer
27 Jul
Summary
- DK enlists September 8, Vernon begins August 20.
- Both members will fulfill group activities until enlistment.
- Pre-recorded content will connect members with fans.
K-pop group SEVENTEEN's members DK and Vernon will commence their mandatory military service this summer. DK is scheduled to enlist for active duty in the Army on September 8, with Vernon beginning his service on August 20. Both artists will continue participating in all official group activities prior to their enlistment dates, ensuring fan engagement remains high until their departures.
Pledis Entertainment has requested that fans refrain from visiting the enlistment ceremony venues for both DK and Vernon, citing the presence of families and other enlistees. The agency emphasized that once enlisted, DK and Vernon will be unable to participate in live SEVENTEEN activities, but will connect with fans through pre-recorded content.
Jeonghan was discharged in June 2026, and Wonwoo is currently serving. Hoshi and Woozi are also on active duty. S.Coups is exempt due to injury, while Joshua, THE8, and Jun are exempt due to foreign citizenship. Mingyu, Seungkwan, and Dino have not yet announced their enlistment dates.
