“I was Taking Pictures Nonstop Until I Almost Forgot to Go Home” — Chicago Musical Star Summer Jeong Shares Her Starstruck Experience with BTS’ Taehyung

On September 20, 2024, South Korean media outlet Herald Pop reported on an unforgettable encounter shared by Chicago Musical actress Summer Jeong, which involved a surprise visit from BTS member Taehyung. During her appearance on KBS CoolFM’s Lee Eun-ji’s Gayo Plaza, Jeong described the excitement she felt upon seeing the K-pop idol.

During the broadcast, host Lee Eun-ji discussed the moment when singer Park Hyo-shin and Taehyung attended the Chicago musical, posing for a photo with the cast—a moment that incited a buzz on social media. Recounting the experience, Summer Jeong expressed her disbelief at meeting Taehyung in person.

At first, she struggled to recognize him due to the mask he wore, but once he took it off, she was stunned by his exceptional looks. With a touch of humor, she shared that she was so absorbed in taking pictures of him that she almost forgot to leave the venue. She reflected:

“When I saw him in person, I couldn’t recognize him because he was so handsome. At first, he was wearing a mask so I couldn’t recognize him, even after he took it off. He was that handsome. I was so surprised. I was taking pictures so much that I almost didn’t go home.”

Summer Jeong, who previously shared the stage with Park Hyo-shin, was delighted to have both of them supporting her performance.

BTS’ Taehyung Poses with the Cast of the Chicago Musical

On September 14, 2024, Summer Jeong took to her Instagram account, @summer.jeong, to share a selfie with Taehyung, playfully captioning it:

“I think I’ll be an ARMY now.”

The photo, which showed Taehyung giving a thumbs-up and winking, rapidly caught the attention of fans. Despite being in the midst of his military service, Taehyung’s unexpected appearance at the musical delighted many.

Actor Kim Tae-woo, another cast member of the Chicago musical, also posted a picture with the BTS star on Instagram, adding to the festive mood surrounding the show.

Taehyung’s visit generated excitement not only among the cast but also within his loyal fanbase, who were thrilled to see him taking a break during his military service. He shared his own experiences from the musical with fans through two captivating Instagram stories.

The first story displayed a selfie with Park Hyo-shin while tagging the musical and insightfully referencing the show’s lyrics in his caption. His second Instagram story featured a close-up shot of his face along with a cryptic caption, which ignited curiosity among fans eager to decipher its meaning.

With his military discharge scheduled for June 2025, fans were ecstatic to see Taehyung fully enjoying his time off, supporting friends and engaging with followers through social media.

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