Evan, a former member of the group ENHYPEN now performing as a solo artist, has revealed that he was diagnosed with malignant lymphoma during his childhood. In recent interviews, the singer shared that the diagnosis occurred while he was in the fourth grade.
He described the onset of symptoms, noting that he initially mistook a constant cough for a common cold. The situation escalated while playing football, when he experienced sudden difficulty breathing after only a few steps. Following a hospital visit, doctors confirmed the cancer diagnosis.
Evan spoke about the challenges of his treatment and the emotional impact of seeing other children in the hospital pass away, which he said reinforced his desire to survive. He credited his mother's support and his interest in music—including playing guitar and participating in hospital talent shows—as significant factors during his recovery.