J-Hope’s heartfelt tribute to late grandmother leaves fans emotional during BTS Tokyo concert

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BTS member J-Hope delivered an emotional moment during the group's Arirang World Tour stop in Tokyo, opening up about a deeply personal loss that left both him and fans in tears. Performing at the Tokyo Dome on April 17, the rapper revealed that his maternal grandmother had passed away shortly after he arrived in Japan, turning an otherwise high-energy concert into a poignant tribute.

J-hope gets emotional missing his late grandmother

Addressing the audience during the show, J-Hope shared how the news came as a shock. "When I landed here, I heard the news that my maternal grandmother, who raised me, had passed away," he said, visibly emotional as he tried to compose himself in front of thousands of fans. His grandmother, he revealed, played a crucial role in his upbringing, making the loss even more profound.

Despite the heartbreak, the artist chose to continue performing, drawing strength from his bandmates and the overwhelming support of fans. "I was quite flustered, but I was with the members the whole time… and now I think I feel a little better," he added, highlighting how the presence of his fellow BTS members helped him cope during the difficult moment.

All about his musical tribute

Fighting back tears, J-Hope paid a heartfelt tribute to his late grandmother, recalling her unwavering support for him and the group. "Usually my grandmother was so proud of my members and me," he said, before adding a deeply touching thought: "If she'd been watching this show from heaven, I'm sure she would have loved it." The statement resonated with fans, transforming the concert into a shared moment of grief and gratitude.

The atmosphere inside the venue shifted as fans, known as ARMY, responded with quiet support and later flooded social media with messages of love and condolences. Hashtags and tributes poured in globally, with fans praising J-Hope's strength for continuing to perform despite his loss.

The Tokyo concert is part of BTS's ongoing Arirang World Tour, which marks the group's return to large-scale performances following their military service hiatus. While the tour celebrates their musical journey, this particular night stood out as a deeply human moment - one where music, grief, and connection came together.

Though the performance continued with the group's signature energy, J-Hope's tribute left a lasting impact, reminding fans of the personal stories behind global stardom.