Jungkook of BTS.Photo:Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty
Michael Regan - FIFA/FIFA via Getty
Global Citizen has a surprise for theBTSARMY.
On Wednesday,Global Citizen FestivalannouncedJungkookof BTS has been added to the music festival’s 2023 lineup as a co-headliner. The K-pop idol, 26, will take the stage at the event on Sept. 23 in New York City’s Central Park.
The “Seven” singer joins fellow headlinersAnitta,Ms. Lauryn HillandRed Hot Chili Peppers, who were previously announced in August and July.
The rest of the lineup for the free, ticketed event includesMegan Thee Stallion,Conan Gray,Stray Kids,D-NiceandSofia Carson.
Anitta, Ms. Lauryn Hill and Anthony Kiedis of the Red Hot Chili Peppers.Alexander Tamargo/Getty, Samir Hussein/WireImage, Gary Miller/FilmMagic
Alexander Tamargo/Getty, Samir Hussein/WireImage, Gary Miller/FilmMagic
The BTS star shared a statement in a press release about the upcoming festival appearance. “I’m so thrilled to join this year’s Global Citizen Festival as a headliner!” Jungkook said. “The festival sheds light on important causes and drives action and I’m happy to take part in it. I can’t wait to perform in front of many people at the Great Lawn in Central Park.”
Several international advocates are also confirmed to participate in the event, as well as a handful of celebrity guests.Bill Nye,Bridget Moynahan,Busy Philipps,Carmelo Anthony,Common,Connie Britton,Danai Gurira,Gayle King,Jordan Fisher, Lewis Pugh,Padma Lakshmi,Phoebe Gates,Rachel BrosnahanandSophia Bushwill make an appearance.
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Viewers at home can also tune into the event as it broadcasts live on ABC and streams across online platforms. Fans can learn more about where to watch the festival atwww.globalcitizen.org.
source: people.com
