Choreographer of JKT48, Donny Yuliantino, Passed Away, Kinal and Nabilah Share Last Moments

Kapanlagi.com - Sad news came from JKT48, the choreographer Donny Yuliantino took his last breath. His name became the number 1 trending topic on X (Twitter). This is because JKT48 members, including alumni, also shared their sadness in response to the departure of their beloved choreographer. 

Donny Yuliantino played a significant role for the members. As idols, JKT48 members are required to be able to sing and dance. Therefore, Donny always had a major role behind the success of JKT48 members' performances on stage.

1. Last Breath

Announcement of Donny Yuliantino's Passing (instagram.com/jkt48)

On Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Donny Yuliantino ended his journey accompanying JKT48 by taking his last breath. This sad news was announced directly through the official JKT48 X (Twitter) account.

"A few moments ago, we received the sad news that one of JKT48's choreographer sensei, Donny Yuliantino, who has been active since 2012 guiding JKT48 members, has passed away." wrote the official JKT48 account, on X Tuesday (12/9/2023), precisely at 8 pm.

"We, the entire JKT48 family, express our deepest condolences for his departure. May Donny sensei rest in peace and be accepted on His side." continued the official JKT48 account.

2. Condolences from JKT48 Members

Moments of JKT48 members parting with the choreographer (instagram.com/jkt48shani)

Donny Yuliantino holds a special place in the hearts of JKT48 members. The choreographer, who is called sensei, has been guiding JKT48 members since 2012.

"Big brother, thank you for everything. Kak Donny, honestly, I never expected that our last off-air was the last time I saw you teaching me since 2012. I am very grateful to have known Kak Donny." wrote one of the ex JKT48 members, Kinal, on her personal X account, on Tuesday (12/9/2023).

"'Last show, 5 more years,' who would have thought that you would leave so soon.. I love you so much, Kak Donny." wrote Shani JKT48 through her personal X account, on Wednesday (13/9/2023).  

"Thank you for always patiently teaching Nabilah, even though Nabilah is talkative during every practice. But you always remind me, even when I'm no longer a member. Yesterday, during practice, Kak Donny said 'we'll talk later, little sister,' it felt like 10 years ago when I was still a child being reminded like that." wrote Nabilah Ayu, ex JKT48 generation 1, on her personal X account, on Wednesday (13/9/2023).

3. Last Memories at Synchronize Fest

JKT48's Moments at Synchronize Fest (instagram.com/kinalputridevi)

At the Synchronize Fest held on September 1-3 at Gambir Expo Kemayoran, Jakarta, not only the latest generation of JKT48 performed, but also ex-members of the 1st generation joined in the concert. Two of the ex-members of JKT48's 1st generation shared their last memories together with Donny.

"Rest in Peace, dear Donny. We really love Donny, our sibling who taught us many things, a friend to joke with, a friend to confide in, especially during the synchronize event where Donny also taught us. Grateful to have known Donny who was always disciplined. Love you, big brother," wrote Kinal, ex-member of JKT48's 1st generation, quoted from her X account, on Wednesday (13/9/2023).

"I didn't expect that the meeting during the Synchronize performance would be the last time I met Donny, and Donny even recorded us after the performance.
Thank you, Donny, for all your dedication and guidance for me and the others." wrote Nabilah, ex-member of JKT48's 1st generation, through her personal account on X, on Wednesday (13/9/2023).

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