# Kwon Yuri career and public appearances

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kwon-yuri-career-and-public-appearances
> Updated: 2026-11-06T02:54:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Kwon Yuri, a member of the group Girls' Generation, has transitioned to becoming a free agent following the conclusion of her 19-year contract with SM Entertainment. She has shared reflections on the challenges of managing her own professional responsibilities, such as legal meetings and content planning, while expressing a desire for personal growth.

Yuri also addressed rumors regarding her imitation of singer Lee Hyori during an appearance on the JTBC program ‘Love War’. She clarified that Lee Hyori is a role model and noted that she actually began practicing yoga before Lee. Additionally, Yuri mentioned that Girls' Generation is preparing for a comeback to celebrate their 20th anniversary.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-06: Girls' Generation's Yuri addresses Lee Hyori imitation rumors

Girls' Generation's Yuri addressed rumors of imitating Lee Hyori during an appearance on the JTBC show ‘Love War’, calling the singer her role model.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/girls-generations-yuri-addresses-lee-hyori-imitation-rumors

### 2026-10-31: Girls' Generation's Yuri discusses life after leaving SM Entertainment

Girls' Generation's Yuri discusses her transition to being a free agent after 19 years with SM Entertainment, noting the challenges of independent management and her upcoming group comeback.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/girls-generations-yuri-discusses-life-after-leaving-sm-entertainment

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