{
  "id": 13941202,
  "title": "#SHOWBIZ: End of an era: 20-year T.O.P fan site shuts down over agency rift",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/showbiz-end-of-an-era-20-year-t-o-p-fan-site-shuts-down-over-agency",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-12T11:00:21.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/lifestyle/groove/2026/10/1553861/showbiz-end-era-20-year-top-fan-site-shuts-down-over-agency-rift"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A beloved fan site for former Big Bang member T.O.P has announced its closure after 20 years, citing discontent with the singer and his agency. The site, ChoiSeungHyun.com, announced the decision on October 10, expressing deep disappointment with both T.O.P and TOPSPOT Pictures. The owners lamented the treatment of fans' devotion, stating the agency had grown careless with fan support. The fan page had planned a solo photo showcase, Off Grid: New Ground, but low interest and mounting costs forced its cancellation. The agency's focus on leaked reservation details rather than addressing genuine issues contributed to the shutdown. The site warned of releasing evidence if false stories or slander continued. In their final message to T.O.P, the fan page urged the artist not to become isolated among those who only tell him what he wants to hear. The site admitted closing felt like losing 20 years of hard work and dedication, sharing private agency chats revealing fans handling tasks they should have managed. The fan page concluded by expressing regret for being deceived, hoping T.O.P would repay their love and not resort to resentment.",
  "summary": "SEOUL: A long-running fan site dedicated to former Big Bang member T.O.P has announced that it is closing down after two decades.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}