[★BREAKING] Onew Will Be Leaving His Lead Role In Age of Youth

Onew will be leaving his lead role in Age of Youth according to official statements from JTBC and SM Entertainment

“It is fully confirmed that Onew will be leaving Age of Youth Season 2.”

— JTBC

“After consulting with the production staff, we both have amicably agreed to have Onew leave Age of Youth Season 2.”

— SM Entertainment

Age of Youth’s second season was slated to air in August and Onew was the male lead. 

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It wasn’t addressed directly but it is clear that SHINee‘s Onew is stepping out from the show due to his sexual harassment controversy.

Most recently, police have charged Onew with forced sexual molestation and will hand the case over to the prosecution’s office.

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Source: Sports Chosun