When mentioning the global success of BTS, we cannot help mentioning the contributions of the staff who have worked and supported the group throughout the years. Not only that, some of the BTS crew also became famous figures among the fandom because of their unique charm.

The person we want to highlight here is Nicole Kim - who is often known as BTS's translator for 6 years. However, not long ago, she shared about her decision to leave HYBE right at the time BTS started enlisting through her personal Instagram.

This news quickly spread among the fan community, surprising them, but Nicole's reason is convincing:

Since many years ago, ARMYs have always noticed that Nicole Kim often accompanied all BTS members on business trips abroad. In particular, in the behind-the-scenes video of the collaboration between Jungkook and Charlie Puth at MBCPLUS X genie music AWARDS, although Nicole did not reveal her face, fans were so impressed by her professionalism.

Later, on a rare occasion accompanying V at CELINE event, fans had the opportunity to admire the veteran female translator's visual up close. She was discovered following V during the event to help him interact with other foreign celebrities. Wearing a simple black outfit, Nicole's composure made her attractive in the eyes of fans and received many compliments after the video went viral on SNS.

Besides knowing Nicole Kim as a BTS translator, ARMYs cannot update any information about her, making curiosity increase. But surprisingly, in the middle of last year, Nicole suddenly lauched Instagram account and shared a lot of information related to her current work and personal life. It was worth noting that there was an announcement about leaving HYBE and no longer working with BTS after 6 years.

Specifically, in the post, Nicole mentioned that she joined Big Hit Music in 2017 and officially ended her contract on December 16, 2022. As of May 2023, she was appointed vice president of A&R at Columbia Records and moved to the office in Los Angeles, USA. In the post, Nicole also expressed her thanks to the colleagues and artists who accompanied her during her time working at HYBE.

Along with that, fans also discovered that Nicole was not just a BTS's translator, she actually served as head of A&R and head of creative for BTS. In which, A&R Team stands for 'Artists and Repertoire'. This is the Talent Search department, overseeing the recording process and a̾s̾sisting in the marketing and promotion of artists in the entertainment company. Similar to this position, Nicole Kim is often responsible for finding foreign artists to collaborate with BTS, connecting directly with other artists and record producers.

Nicole is the middleman in BTS's great collaborations with Charlie Puth, Max, Megan Thee Stallion, Halsey, etc. In the letter shared by Megan when she revealed her collaboration with BTS in Butter Remix, it was also shown that Nicole Kim was the one who sent the invitation on behalf of BTS. Max - an artist who has collaborated with BTS before, also praised Nicole's translation and said that she is a great person who helps BTS and the artists talk comfortably and positively.

Even before joining Big Hit/HYBE, she held creative roles at Starship Entertainment and Sony Music Publishing кσяєα. That shows how experienced Nicole Kim is and how much she has contributed to BTS's success over the past 6 years. Fans feel even more admiration and love for this talented and beautiful female translator.

Although Nicole Kim's departure right when BTS enlisted in the army made ARMY even more regretful, many people also congratulated her on finding a new development environment:

- Congrats and thankyou for all this time and already taking care of Jin

- Wish you all the best!

- Omg Nicole all the best for your future!

- Congratulation Nicole!!! Goodluck on your new job!!!

- Wow, I remember when she joined then-BigHit. It seemed like a great addition. I wish her well

- Wishing u best of luck for Ur new journey and thank you for taking care of our tannies

- Good job Nicole 

- we loved your work in big нιт and army says thank you to your effort and for all these years of greatness, wish you the best in Columbia Nicole!

- Armys are so grateful for your work. You're the best.

- Thankyou for everything Nicole

- All the best for the new endeavors!

- Love you Nicole, thanks for everything enjoy this new chapter of your life 

- Thank you for everything. Hope all the best for you