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BTS’ Kim Taehyung received a warm and unexpected tribute upon his military discharge, not just from fans, but from the team of legendary American singer Bing Crosby. On June 10, 2025, the official social media accounts associated with Bing Crosby shared a touching black-and-white edited photo of the two artists. The edited image depicted Bing Crosby embracing V, who was dressed in his military uniform.
The caption read,
“Welcome home, V! From one crooner to another, we’re sending love and warm wishes as you return from the army. We think Bing would be the first to serenade you with a ‘welcome home’ tune.”
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The unexpected gesture touched fans deeply, as it highlighted the universal admiration for Taehyung. Many took to the comments to thank Bing Crosby’s team and family for their heartfelt words and for honoring V in such a classy and creative way.
"I am. S C R E A M I NG," a fan remarked.
"This is such a sweet gesture," a fan stated.
"How thoughtful & sweet is this," a fan exclaimed.
Fans expressed gratitude to Bing Crosby’s team through their comments,
"This moved me so it actually made me cry tears of joy! I really do hope V gets to see this. I know it would warm his heart," a fan wrote.
"This means a lot to us Sir. Thank you for your well wishes, borahae," a fan commented.
"Thank you for your kind words! We’re beyond thrilled to have our boys home Thank you for your continued support and we are loving the work you have created together with V," another fan expressed gratitude.
Taehyung and RM are discharged from the military
On June 10, 2025, BTS members Taehyung and Namjoon officially completed their 18-month mandatory military service, marking a highly emotional and long-awaited return. Fans gathered in large numbers near the discharge venue to welcome them home, and the two stars did not disappoint, making their entrance in a quirky fashion.
RM played the saxophone, channeling the internet-famous “squirrel with saxophone” meme, while V danced beside him, holding both of their flower bouquets.
Taehyung's December 2024 collaboration with the legendary Bing Crosby on the timeless classic “White Christmas” was released on December 6, 2024.
Fans celebrated the rare blending of these two, one from K-pop and one from classic American music. The Crosby family had also expressed their admiration for V’s artistry.
Bing’s daughter, Mary Crosby had said,
“As a family, we are thrilled to have V and Dad singing together on this ultimate Christmas song,”
His son Harry said,
“Their voices blend beautifully, capturing the holiday spirit in the best possible way. We are happy that V will help share the joy of this timeless Christmas song.”
White Christmas was named one of Billboard’s Best New Christmas Songs of 2024. A week after its release, Taehyung made history as the first male artist this decade to replace himself at No. 1 on Billboard’s Holiday Digital Song Sales chart. White Christmas overtook his duet Winter Ahead with Park Hyo-shin, which had earlier dethroned Mariah Carey’s perennial hit All I Want for Christmas Is You.
With fellow members Jimin and Jungkook set to be discharged the very next day, BTS fans are buzzing with excitement as the group’s long-awaited reunion draws near, three years in the making.
