'What is wrong with BLINKs?': BLACKPINK fandom slammed by ARMY as BTS V's dog becomes a target in fanwars

Sharing a heartbreaking news on Instagram, BTS' V aka Kim Taehyung told his fans called ARMY the news of the passing away of his beloved pet dog, Yeontan. On December 2, Taehyung shared this news, which many believe, happened some weeks back, as he had commented on his own old post of Yeontan, where he said he loves him.

The Pomeranian had been a cherished companion in his life since Taehyung adopted him in 2017 with ARMY even calling him the 8th member of the group. Taehyung, on Instagram wrote, "The reason I'm writing this post today is that recently, Yeontan has embarked on a long journey to the dog stars. I thought a lot about how to tell you this, but I felt it was right to share this news with ARMY, who have shown so much love for Yeontan.

"I would be grateful if you could remember Yeontan and wish for his happiness even in the stars. I hope you have a warm end of the year where you can tell your loved ones that you love them once more".

Taehyung's Message & Yeontan's Journey pic.twitter.com/T6TnUnFWpz

¡ª christa? ?? WINTER AHEAD (@ryuminating) December 2, 2024

BLACKPINK fans trigger fanwars:

Soon after he shared the news, ARMY began honouring the pup, who the majority of the fandom saw growing up. While this news saddened everyone, it also brought a small pause to the ongoing fanwars on X (formerly known as Twitter). However, some people lack morals.

BLACKPINK fans, known as BLINKs ¡ª who are often at the center of hate trains directed at idols ¡ª began using this heartbreaking incident to spark new fanwars. From being xenophobic and racist to making fun of the dog and the singer, they seem to have sunk to a new low. ARMY, unwilling to tolerate this behavior online, quickly began tagging the only BLACKPINK member with an X account ¡ª Jennie ¡ª and asking her to take action as her fans were behaving badly.

we can agree that blink is the WORST fandom. ?? https://t.co/lk6Yqrr8GP pic.twitter.com/50jX48u06S

¡ª . (@BLACKPINK_FFLOP) December 2, 2024

feed your dogs @jennierubyjane https://t.co/UV5pSxnQPr pic.twitter.com/CUMlVcpMon

¡ª . (@cilekooie) December 2, 2024

Es asqueroso como blinks, kpopers y fans de @jennierubyjane se est¨¢n expresando de una mascota ya fallecida y actuando como matones en un tweet inofensivo, el karma existe y se les va regresar el triple por todos estos a?os que han estado obsesionados con mi fav. https://t.co/YgT77emASM pic.twitter.com/fjaqAYKCY8

¡ª ? (@KIMCYB3R) December 2, 2024

More about Yeontan:

Taehyung is said to have already revealed how he adopted Yeontan, despite his fragile health. Knowing, he underwent two unsuccessful surgeries, Taehyung honoured him by making him a central figure in his first solo album, LAYOVER.

The pup graced the album's cover art, designs, photobooks, photocards, and promotional images, showcasing Taehyung's deep affection for his beloved puppy. In fact, Yeontan even had become the first celebrity pet to appear in a music show performance. He even receive a personal fancam when he joined Taehyung during the debut of "Slow Dancing" on Mnet's MCountdown.

The dog has also been featured on the cover art of Taehyung's upcoming collaboration with the late Bing Crosby, "White Christmas," a song Taehyung prepared before his military enlistment and is set for release on December 6.

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