SAEDNEWS: K-pop star Kang Daniel revealed he was robbed during his U.S. tour, losing stage outfits, styling tools, and merchandise — but his upbeat reaction left fans inspired.
On September 23 KST, Kang Daniel shocked fans by announcing he had been the victim of theft during his ongoing North American tour. Posting on social media, he wrote:
“We got all our stuff stolen—outfits, hair and makeup tools, even MD goods. Still, let’s make it a great show. I’m okay.”
Despite the huge setback, Kang posted a photo with a thumbs-up, reassuring fans with his signature optimism.
According to his agency, Konnect Entertainment, the theft happened on September 22 while traveling from Los Angeles to San Jose. After his concert in L.A. on September 20, a thief reportedly broke into a staff vehicle and stole critical items:
Stage outfits
Hair and makeup tools
Official tour merchandise
These items are essential for any touring artist, but Kang’s team acted quickly. Staff rushed to a shopping mall in San Jose to buy replacements so the show could go on.
Fans praised Kang Daniel’s professionalism and positive mindset. Rather than expressing frustration, he emphasized his commitment to performing:
One fan tweeted: “Only Kang Daniel could get robbed and still smile for his fans. What a king!”
Another commented: “The thieves can’t steal his spirit.”
Kang Daniel’s U.S. tour, which began on September 3, includes stops in 12 cities such as Washington, New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. The San Jose concert went ahead as planned — proving nothing can shake his dedication.
In the end, the robbery became not just a story of loss, but also of resilience and positivity — qualities that fans say define Kang Daniel as both an artist and a person.
