Rose, a member of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, attended a spousal event of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in California to discuss efforts to enhance mental health, the White House said member of K-pop girl group BLACKPINK, attended a spousal event of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in California to discuss efforts to enhance mental health, the White House said.
As a guest of Korean first lady Kim Keon Hee, Rose joined the event in Cupertino, which was hosted by U.S. first lady Jill Biden. Biden introduced Rose as a "global superstar who is using her platform as a force for good in the world."
"She is also an outspoken advocate for mental health and has bravely shared her story in the hopes of helping others," Biden said according to a transcript released by the White House.
"I am thankful that she accepted my invitation to join us today and grateful to Mrs. Kim, the first lady of Korea, for supporting my effort," Biden added.
According to the Associated Press (AP), Rose said having a large social media following makes her feel vulnerable, particularly when people are critical.
"Just as we feed ourselves for better health and fitness, mental health can only be maintained equally — if not more intentionally — as our physical well",Rose was quoted by AP as saying.
Biden introducing Rose
"U.S. First Lady Dr. Jill Biden introduces #ROSÉ at the Asia-Pacific Economic Association's Leaders Week in San Francisco.
"It is an honor to showcase a young woman of incredible talent and courage. A global superstar who uses her platform as a force for good in the world. Rose is a breakout solo artist and the lead vocalist of the group BLACKPINK.""
Seriously, every member of Blackpink has such a huge impact over the world... f*cking cool
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She got invited by the First Lady of the YS??? She's way more impactful than I thought. Wow seriously impressive
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I watched it and she was f*cking cool. She speaks so logically well. Speaking in front of heads of state and the CEO of Apple isn't easy, and I'm sure she was nervous.
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F*cking cool
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Jill Bigen also requested Blackpink and Lady Gaga to perform at the state dinner but it's a shame that it got canceled
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She really seems world class. Her schedule is just of another level
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