Mark Lee Leaves NCT: New Solo Chapter Begins

0:00It's April 3rd, I'm Cory with the story, and this is Music News today, your AI-powered music briefing. Mark Lee, the 26-year-old Canadian rapper and singer from NCT Dream and NCT 127, is stepping away from both subunits after. Exactly 10 years with the group, SM Entertainment confirmed the news, saying they reached a mutual agreement to end his exclusive contract on April 8th, wrapping up all his NCT. Activities SM Entertainment gave props to Mark for his standout skills in the group and solo work, and they're rooting for him, moving forward. NCT 127 will keep rolling with 7 members, while NCT Dream goes on with 6. Mark started as a trainee back in 2012, debuted with NCT U in 2016, then joined 127 in Dream. He shared a heartfelt message thanking fans for their love, especially right after Dream's world tour ended, with 6 soul shows. Fans have been buzzing online, sharing memories, and sending well wishes as this chapter closes,

1:01no word yet from the group on bigger plans. Mark dropped his debut solo album, the first first, this past April, so eyes are on what he cooks up next in his fresh start.