<p>Chinese singer Lucas has officially departed from K-pop boy group Neo Culture Technology (NCT) and its subunit WayV after almost two years of hiatus, his music label SM Entertainment announced on Wednesday.</p>
<p>In a statement released, SM Entertainment said they made a mutual decision with Lucas, whose real name Huang Xu-xi/ Wong Yuk-hei,&nbsp; to leave the group to pursue a solo career.&nbsp;</p>
<p>"Lucas is planning on showing his performances through a wide variety of individual works from now on," it said.</p>
<p>SM Entertainment asked its fans and supporters for their "understanding and continuous support" of the 24-year-old singer.</p>
<p>"[T]his was a decision taken after much consideration of both the members and all the fans who supported," it added.</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="ko">SM엔터테인먼트입니다. <a href="https://t.co/iEJdL30HXS">pic.twitter.com/iEJdL30HXS</a></p>
&mdash; SMTOWN (@SMTOWNGLOBAL) <a href="https://twitter.com/SMTOWNGLOBAL/status/1656187052063617024?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 10, 2023</a></blockquote>
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<p>Meanwhile, Lucas confirmed that he parted ways from NCT and WayV through a handwritten letter posted on his Instagram account.</p>
<p>"I sincerely feel sorry for the members, and it is with a heavy heart that I leave behind a long-standing friendship. It has been nearly 8 years since I first joined the members, and I am deeply grateful for their care and support," he said.</p>
<p>"I hope that the members will remember me as Huang Xuxi, not just Lucas," Lucas added.</p>
<p>The 24-year-old K-pop idol said he believes his exit from the groups is "the right decision for the good of all."</p>
<p>He thanked the fans who constantly supported him.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>In 2021, Lucas halted his activities with NCT and WayV after his past romantic relationships accused him of cheating, gaslighting, and sexual assault.</p>
<p>Lucas then released a statement apologizing for his past behavior and said he would take a break to reflect.</p>

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