In a heartwarming surprise, T-ara’s Jiyeon and f(x)’s Amber recently reunited in the United States, sending a wave of nostalgia across K-pop fandoms. The two second-generation idols shared a touching moment that has fans reminiscing about the golden era of K-pop.
On May 17, Jiyeon posted a photo on social media featuring herself and Amber, posing closely with warm smiles. Though she didn't include a caption, the image alone was enough to spark excitement, especially among longtime fans who remember their peak promotions in the early 2010s.
The reunion comes during a period of personal reflection for Jiyeon, who finalized her divorce from former baseball star Hwang Jae-gyun last October. The couple filed for divorce mediation and completed the process within a month. Since then, Jiyeon has kept a relatively low profile, appearing only at select events such as T-ara's 15th anniversary fan meeting and Hyomin's recent wedding.
Earlier this month, Jiyeon posted a cryptic message that read, “Forget it,” along with a short video showing her spending joyful moments with Amber in the U.S. Fans were touched by the visuals—Jiyeon dancing and laughing, as the two greeted each other like old friends in a scene straight out of a coming-of-age film. The reunion appeared to take place during Jiyeon’s visit to see her brother in America, further emphasizing the comforting and familial nature of the interaction.
On platform X (formerly Twitter), fans expressed delight over the unexpected duo: “OMG JIYEON AMBER,” one user wrote, while another added, “Now why is Jiyeon and Amber together, that’s so random!”
now why is jiyeon and amber together that's so random pic.twitter.com/xFUyntYp0H
— jhai 🐥 (@jingeurideul) May 17, 2025
Amber, who has been based in the U.S. for several years, continues her solo music and content creation activities, while Jiyeon appears to be taking time for herself post-divorce, surrounded by loved ones.
Though brief, the Jiyeon-Amber reunion offered fans a rare glimpse into the enduring friendships forged during K-pop’s second-generation boom—reminding everyone that even amidst life’s changes, some bonds remain strong.