Hello everyone! Today I’m bringing you news about IVE member Leeseo. After approximately 1 year and 7 months as an MC for SBS’s ‘Inkigayo,’ Leeseo is finally wrapping up her MC duties to focus on IVE’s core activities. Let’s dive into the details!
Leeseo Announces Departure from ‘Inkigayo’ MC
A Journey of About 1 Year and 7 Months
Leeseo has been serving as an MC for SBS’s music program ‘Inkigayo’ for approximately 1 year and 7 months since 2023. During this time, she won the hearts of viewers and fans with her bright and energetic hosting.
Final Broadcast Schedule
- Date: December 7th (Saturday)
- Time: 3:20 PM
- Channel: SBS
This broadcast will be Leeseo’s final appearance as an ‘Inkigayo’ MC.
Reason for Departure
Leeseo is leaving the MC position due to her busy schedule. As IVE’s activities intensify, it appears difficult to balance MC duties with group activities.
What Was Leeseo Like as an MC?
Becoming the Face of the Program
Leeseo was loved as an MC for the following qualities:
- 😊 Bright and positive energy: Always maintaining a cheerful demeanor
- 💬 Dynamic hosting: Bringing youthful vitality to the program
- 🎤 Consideration for junior artists: Warm attitude toward guest performers
- 👗 Fashion icon: Captivating viewers with different styles each week
Production Team’s Gratitude
The ‘Inkigayo’ production team stated:
“We’re grateful for Leeseo’s dedication and positive energy. We wish her luck in her future activities.”
This shows just how much Leeseo contributed to the program.
Leeseo’s Final Message
Message to Fans
Leeseo shared the following message of gratitude with fan club DIVE and viewers:
“Thank you for all your love. From now on, I’ll continue with stages and activities as an IVE member.”
Rather than focusing on the sadness of ending MC duties, her message conveys determination to show an even better side of herself moving forward.
Leeseo’s Future Activity Plans
Focusing on IVE Activities
After the final broadcast on December 7th, Leeseo will fully concentrate on IVE’s activities.
Main Activity Directions
- 🎵 IVE music activities
- 🎭 Stage performances
- 🌍 Global tour participation
Proven Excellence
Leeseo has already demonstrated her skills with outstanding live vocals and performances during the ‘REBEL HEART’ promotions. She’s expected to shine even brighter in group activities going forward.
IVE’s 2025 World Tour Confirmed!
Second World Tour “SHOW WHAT I AM”
IVE is holding their second world tour in 2025!
Seoul Concerts
- 📅 Schedule: October 31 – November 2, 2025
- 📍 Venue: Seoul KSPO DOME (formerly Olympic Gymnastics Arena)
- 🎫 Three consecutive days of performances
Global Tour Planned
Starting with Seoul, IVE will tour the world.
Expected Tour Regions
- 🌏 Asia
- 🌎 Americas (North and South America)
- 🌍 Europe
- Other major cities
Success of the First World Tour
IVE’s first world tour “SHOW WHAT I HAVE” (2023) was a tremendous success.
Impressive Records
- 🌍 28 cities in 19 countries
- 🎤 Total of 37 performances
- 👥 Over 420,000 audience members
Having already proven their global popularity, the second tour is expected to be even larger in scale.
Who is IVE?
Representative K-POP Girl Group
IVE is a 6-member girl group under Starship Entertainment that achieved explosive popularity from their debut.
Member Lineup
- Gaeul, Yujin, Rei, Wonyoung, Liz, Leeseo
Major Hit Songs
- 🎵 “ELEVEN”
- 🎵 “LOVE DIVE”
- 🎵 “After LIKE”
- 🎵 “I AM”
- 🎵 “Baddie”
- 🎵 “REBEL HEART”
All title tracks dominated the charts, establishing them as digital music powerhouses.
4th Generation Leaders
With outstanding visuals, solid skills, and captivating music, IVE is positioned at the top of 4th generation girl groups.
Fans’ Reactions
Mixed Feelings of Regret and Anticipation
Regretful Reactions
- “Watching Leeseo on Inkigayo every week was my joy, I’m sad”
- “MC Leeseo did so well, can’t believe it’s ending already”
- “I must watch the final broadcast”
Anticipatory Reactions
- “Now she can focus more on IVE activities!”
- “So excited for the world tour”
- “Happy we’ll see more of Leeseo on stage”
How to Check IVE’s Schedule
Using the Fan Platform ‘blip’
IVE’s real-time schedule can be checked on the fan platform blip.
Available Information
- 📺 Music show schedules
- 🎬 Variety show appearances
- 💿 Album release dates
- 🎤 Concert and fan meeting information
Fans can check all of IVE’s activities in real-time through blip!
Summary
Leeseo’s New Beginning
- ✅ Final ‘Inkigayo’ MC broadcast on December 7th
- ✅ Subsequently focusing on IVE activities
- ✅ Concentrating on stage and music activities
IVE’s Global Journey
- ✅ World tour starts in Seoul in October 2025
- ✅ Global tour to follow
- ✅ Expanding connections with global fans
In Closing
Leeseo’s ‘Inkigayo’ MC journey is coming to an end. Let’s give a round of applause to Leeseo for brightening Saturday afternoons with her bright smile and positive energy for about 1 year and 7 months.
But this isn’t an ending—it’s a new beginning. Now, as a member of IVE, Leeseo will meet even more fans on bigger stages.
We’re already excited to see how amazing Leeseo and the IVE members will be at their 2025 world tour “SHOW WHAT I AM”!
On December 7th, be sure to watch Leeseo’s final ‘Inkigayo’ MC broadcast and show your appreciation for her hard work. And in 2025, let’s cheer for IVE’s global success together! 💙
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