After Leaving NewJeans, Danielle Appears at Tokyo Marathon 2026 and Draws Public Attention

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SecondUpdate.com – Former NewJeans member Danielle once again drew public attention after being spotted attending the Tokyo Marathon 2026 on March 1, 2026.

Her presence at the prestigious running event marked her first public appearance abroad since officially leaving the group at the end of 2025.

The moment was first revealed through a short video circulating on the social media platform X. In the video, Danielle can be seen at the marathon venue wearing a white jacket and sunglasses.

The person who uploaded the video stated that the woman was Danielle, while the man standing beside her was believed to be actor Lee Si Woo, who was wearing a green jacket.

According to circulating information, Danielle attended the marathon to give direct support to the participants. She especially cheered for Sean from the group Jinusean, as well as members of the Unknown Crew running community, which Danielle is known to be actively involved in.

In the video, Danielle is seen holding the South Korean flag and a support banner. She appears enthusiastic in cheering for the runners passing by, showing her warm and caring side toward the participants.

Danielle’s appearance has attracted attention as she is currently taking a break from her music career. Previously, her exclusive contract with ADOR was terminated in December 2025 amid a legal dispute that also involved HYBE.

The contract termination was reportedly related to alleged serious violations, including unauthorized independent activities. The conflict also involved Danielle’s family and former ADOR CEO Min Hee Jin, which was considered to have affected the group’s stability

Danielle’s presence at the Tokyo Marathon was warmly welcomed by fans. Many were happy to see their idol looking healthy and cheerful again.

Several fans expressed their feelings on social media, saying they were touched to see Danielle continuing to live positively despite facing difficult circumstances.

Supportive comments flooded the video upload, ranging from expressions of longing and compliments on her appearance to prayers for her to rise again and return to her creative activities.

Although she is no longer active as a member of NewJeans, Danielle still has a loyal fanbase. Many hope that she will soon find a new career path, whether in music or other fields.

Her appearance at the Tokyo Marathon 2026 is seen as a positive sign that Danielle is gradually returning to the public eye. Her humble and supportive attitude toward others has helped maintain her positive image among fans.

Looking ahead, the public continues to await Danielle’s next steps. Whether she returns to the entertainment industry or chooses a different path, one thing is certain: support from her fans continues to flow.