CNN —K-pop star Jin, a member of the supergroup BTS, will participate as a torchbearer for South Korea at the Olympic torch relay for this year’s Games, according to a statement from his talent agency on Wednesday.
“Jin will take part in the Olympic Torch Relay to spread the message of ‘harmony’ and ‘peace,’” HYBE said.
The singer-songwriter is the eldest member of BTS and was discharged from the military after completing his mandatory service in June.
The flame for the Paris Games was lit in Olympia, Greece – the birthplace of the ancient Olympics – back in April.
The flame, which has been traveling in a relay ever since, will light the cauldron to mark the opening for the Summer Games.
Persons:
CNN —, Jin, “ Jin, ’ ” HYBE, Raphaël Varane
Organizations:
CNN, Paris Games, Summer, France, Paralympic Games
Locations:
South Korea, Olympia, Greece, Paris