Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Former K-Pop idol group NewJeans member Danielle recently captured public attention after holding an emotional live broadcast on January 12, 2026.
This debut appearance, conducted via her personal Instagram account and new YouTube channel, attracted tens of thousands of viewers.
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The moment was highlighted because it was her first public appearance since her agency ADOR announced the termination of her contract.
During the approximately 10-minute broadcast, Danielle NewJeans appeared extremely distressed and could not hold back her tears several times.
Her voice trembled, and at the beginning of the broadcast, she even asked, "Why do I feel like crying?"
“It’s been a very long time, and I’ve carried this moment with me. Sometimes, late at night, I would read the letters and the messages you sent me, not loudly, but just enough. My heart grew quieter."
The live broadcast was not only a way to interact with fans, but also a platform for Danielle to express her feelings following the ADOR case.
She shared updates on her situation, expressed gratitude to fans, and affirmed her unwavering affection for her former group and NewJeans members.
This incident happened after ADOR filed a lawsuit against her and her family.
Danielle NewJeans' Emotional Live Broadcast
On January 12, 2026, Danielle NewJeans made her first public appearance since ADOR informed her of the termination of her exclusive contract.
The live broadcast, which was broadcast simultaneously on Instagram and YouTube, attracted over 50,000 views on Instagram alone.
This marked the singer's first public message since NewJeans' agency, ADOR, fired her on December 29, 2025.
During the approximately 10-minute live broadcast, Danielle NewJeans couldn't hide her deep emotions. She was visibly emotional and shed tears several times as she spoke to fans.
Her voice trembled, and she even rhetorically asked, "Why do I feel like crying?" at the beginning of the broadcast.
Danielle NewJeans delivered a heartfelt message to her fans, sharing updates on her situation, and reaffirming her undying affection for the group and its members. She spoke bilingually, Korean and English.
In her message, Danielle expressed that she "fought until the end to be with the members" and that "NewJeans is always there" in her heart.
She concluded her live broadcast with the hopeful words, "Bunnies, this is not the end. This is the beginning," to her loyal fans.
ADOR Lawsuit and Danielle NewJeans' Contract Termination
The conflict between Danielle NewJeans and her agency ADOR culminated in the announcement of the termination of Danielle's exclusive contract on December 29, 2025.
The agency stated that it was "difficult to continue working with Danielle as a NewJeans member and an ADOR artist."
The situation escalated when ADOR filed a lawsuit against Danielle, her mother, and former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin on January 9, 2026.
The lawsuit sought damages and contractual penalties totaling over 43 billion KRW (approximately $32 million to $44 million).
ADOR accused them of engaging in unauthorized activities that damaged the company's reputation and led to the suspension and delay of NewJeans' comeback.
This lawsuit is an escalation of a conflict that has been ongoing since November 2024.
Previously, on October 30, 2025, the Seoul Central District Court ruled that the NewJeans members' contracts with ADOR were valid until 2029.
Following the ruling, Haerin, Hyein, and Hanni rejoined ADOR, while Minji is still in discussions, and Danielle officially left the group.
Danielle's NewJeans Outlook
Although Danielle's NewJeans live broadcast was intended to communicate with fans, her legal representative emphasized that it was unrelated to the ongoing legal dispute.
However, Danielle herself did mention the legal situation during her broadcast, saying that many matters were still being resolved and promised to provide fans with an update "when the time comes."
Danielle also reiterated her belief that she "fought until the end" to remain with the NewJeans members, and that the group will always hold a special place in her heart.
Danielle NewJeans' emotional live broadcast sparked mixed reactions from fans and the public.
Some viewers expressed sympathy and support for her emotional state, while others criticized her actions and accused her of "acting like a victim," sparking heated debate in Korean online communities.
Despite facing significant challenges, Danielle NewJeans ended her broadcast with a message of optimism, describing this moment as "not the end, but the beginning."