BTS’s J-Hope made an exciting return to the public eye after his recent military discharge by throwing the ceremonial first pitch at the KBO League Korean Series game between the Kia Tigers and Samsung Lions on October 23. Held at Gwangju KIA Champions Field, the event was originally scheduled for October 22 but postponed due to heavy rain. J-Hope’s return, much anticipated by the BTS ARMY, was made even more special by his personal touches during the game.
J-Hope’s appearance on the field was a vibrant blend of hometown pride and BTS symbolism. Sporting a purple glove, he honored the group’s signature color, which symbolizes love and trust between BTS and their fans. The glove was embroidered with his name, adding a personalized flair to the occasion. As a Gwangju native, J-Hope’s support for the Kia Tigers was no surprise, something he’s previously expressed in his music, notably in his track Ma City, where he sings, “Jeollanam-do Gwangju baby Put KIA in, start the engine, and bounce like crazy.”
Though J-Hope seemed a bit nervous, he delivered the first pitch with enthusiasm and grace, much to the delight of the crowd. Afterward, he greeted fans with his trademark warmth, waving and flashing the V sign gesture that has become a signature part of his public appearances.
This event marked J-Hope’s first public appearance since being discharged from the military on October 17, after serving as an instructor with the 36th Infantry Division in Wonju. During a brief media interaction post-service, he expressed his heartfelt thanks, saying, “I was discharged from the military in good health, and I want to thank the fans for their support.”
As fans eagerly await news of J-Hope’s next projects, his solo album Hope On The Street continues to captivate his audience, building anticipation for his future musical ventures. His dynamic return has reignited excitement in both the ARMY and the music industry.
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CONGRATULATIONS J-HOPE#jhope #jhopeFirstPitch ⚾️#제이홉 #jhopeOpeningPitch pic.twitter.com/mWBFVnvPSs— bts memeories⁷ (@btsmemeories) October 23, 2024
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J-HOPE X KIA TIGERS #jhopeFirstPitch #jhopeAtKoreaSeries #jhopeOpeningPitch pic.twitter.com/XIKEwBx5ih— CANDYCLOVER (@_candyclover) October 23, 2024
