Koreatimes iconKoreatimesAug 18, 2026 ~1 min source read

BTS' Jimin surprises young cancer patient with heartwarming moment

A young fan battling cancer received an unforgettable surprise at a BTS concert in Texas when Jimin stepped toward the audience, embraced her and gave her a gentle kiss on the cheek. BTS held a concert on its "ARIRANG" world tour in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday (local time), with a group of children with serious illnesses among those invited to attend the show.

BTS' Jimin surprises young cancer patient with heartwarming moment

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A young fan battling cancer received an unforgettable surprise at a BTS concert in Texas when Jimin stepped toward the audience, embraced her and gave her a gentle kiss on the cheek.

BTS held a concert on its "ARIRANG" world tour in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday (local time), with a group of children with serious illnesses among those invited to attend the show.

During the concert, Jimin walked toward the audience and approached Olivya, a pediatric cancer patient.

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A young fan battling cancer received an unforgettable surprise at a BTS concert in Texas when Jimin stepped toward the audience, embraced her and gave her a gentle kiss on the cheek. BTS held a concert on its "ARIRANG" world tour in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday (local time), with a group of children with serious illnesses among those invited to attend the show. During the concert, Jimin walked toward the audience and approached Olivya, a pediatric cancer patient.

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  • After making eye contact with her, the BTS member warmly embraced the young fan before giving her a light kiss on the cheek.
  • Overjoyed by the unexpected interaction, Olivya exclaimed, "I got a kiss!" as she celebrated the moment.
  • The encounter was shared Monday on the official social media account of Heroes for Children, a U.S.
  • nonprofit organization that supports children with cancer and their families.
  • The organization had arranged for Olivya and other children to attend the BTS concert.

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"For a child who has faced some incredibly difficult moments, Jimin gave Olivya a moment filled with joy, love and pure happiness," the orga

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