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Original Claim

Garam was promptly removed from the group, and both Source Music and Hybe Corporation terminated her contract

4 months ago

Context by Compass

The claims that Garam was removed from the group and that both Source Music and Hybe Corporation terminated her contract are accurate. According to statements from both Source Music and Hybe Corporation, Kim Garam was removed from the K-pop group LE SSERAFIM and her contract was terminated on July 20, 2022, following allegations of school bullying. Initially, the companies defended Garam and denied the allegations, even taking legal action against those spreading the claims. However, as more evidence surfaced, including school records and testimonies from alleged victims, the companies decided to terminate her contract and continue with the group as a five-member ensemble. This information is corroborated by multiple sources, including Newsweek and Rolling Stone.