TWICE's Jeongyeon Leaves JYP, Signs With Baro E&A for Acting Career

TWICE's Jeongyeon is stepping into a new chapter of her career. The singer, whose full name is Yoo Jeong-yeon, has left JYP Entertainment and signed with Baro E&A to launch her acting career.

Her new agency welcomed the signing in a statement. "We are truly happy to build a valuable partnership with Yoo Jeong-yeon, an artist with diverse charm and limitless potential," Baro E&A said. "We deeply connected with her sincere attitude and honest approach toward acting."

The company added that it plans to back her fully on both fronts. "We will be a reliable partner that offers wide-ranging support so that Yoo Jeong-yeon can take on new challenges as an actor, based on the global presence she has built as an artist over many years, while also continuing her group activities smoothly," the agency said.

Jeongyeon debuted with TWICE in 2015 and has since drawn a global fanbase with her visuals, distinctive vocal tone, and steady output. Beyond music, she has worked as a variety show cast member and MC, building a reputation as an all-around entertainer with mainstream appeal. That range is part of what she brings to her new home at Barunson E&A.

Baro E&A is a full-service entertainment group that covers artist management as well as film and drama production. Its roster includes actors Jin Goo, Byeon Woo-seok, Gong Seung-yeon, Park Jung-woo, Lee Yoo-mi, Lee Hong-nae, Lee Soo-kyung, Lee Chae-min, and Kim Si-a.