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Blackpink Star Jisoo Signs Global Agency Deal With WME

Reported by Shreya Kapoor (Senior Writer) · Variety ·

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Singer and actor Jisoo from the K-pop group Blackpink has signed with the talent agency WME for worldwide representation. ## Solo Career This deal arrives as she expands her solo music career. She recently released the moody dance-pop song "Addicted," which is about feeling powerless against attraction and reached the top of iTunes Top Songs charts in 28 regions while also leading the iTunes Worldwide Songs chart. This track follows her first pre-album single, "Pop"-style song "Click," about two people from different backgrounds coming together. Her earlier solo work includes her 2023 debut EP "Me," which sold over one million copies in South Korea, and its lead single "Flower," which hit number one on the Billboard Global Excl. U.S. chart. She also released the 2025 mini album "Amortage" and collaborated with Zayn on the song "Eyes Closed," which entered the Billboard Hot 100 at number 72.

Other Projects

Outside of music, her 2026 schedule included completing Blackpink's sold-out Deadline World Tour across North America, Europe, and Asia, headlining the Netflix romantic comedy series "Boyfriend on Demand" in March, making her Met Gala debut in May, and partnering with Off-White and Pokémon for brand projects. WME represents many major music artists, including Adele, Billie Eilish, Bruno Mars, Coldplay, Olivia Rodrigo, Rihanna, Shakira, and The Weeknd.

Context

Major talent agencies like WME help global stars manage international bookings, brand partnerships, and media appearances across different countries. This kind of global representation is common for top-tier music and film artists looking to expand their reach outside their home markets.

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