ADOR officially terminated Danielle’s exclusive contract on December 28, 2025. The agency stated that it was no longer possible for her to continue as a NewJeans member or as an ADOR artist. According to ADOR, the trust needed to maintain the contract had completely broken down.In its public statement, ADOR blamed the prolonged conflict surrounding the group and said that her family played a major role in worsening the situation. The agency accused them of spreading misleading information to other members and interfering with internal matters. ADOR claimed this caused further division and delayed the group’s return.The decision comes after nearly two years of legal and public disputes involving NewJeans, ADOR, HYBE, and former CEO Min Hee-jin. While some members have returned to ADOR, Danielle became the first member whose contract was formally terminated by the agency.The reasons ADOR gave for ending Danielle’s contractADOR stated that the main reason for the termination was irreversible damage to trust. The agency said that Danielle could no longer work under ADOR due to repeated conflicts and refusal to follow court rulings. ADOR claimed that the situation made normal artist management impossible.The agency also pointed to the involvement of her family. ADOR alleged that a family member shared distorted information with other NewJeans members. According to the company, this fueled misunderstandings and made reconciliation harder. ADOR said these actions delayed the group’s return to scheduled activities.ADOR further stated that she continued to challenge the validity of her contract despite court decisions. South Korean courts ruled earlier in 2025 that NewJeans’ contracts with ADOR were still valid. The court also blocked independent activities. ADOR said her stance showed she had no intention of honoring the agreement.Read More: “Don’t end up like me”: Kevin Durant gives brotherly advice to Kai Cenat amid his breakup revealHow the wider HYBE–Min Hee-jin dispute shaped the outcomeCELINE - Photocall - Source: GettyThe conflict began in April 2024 when tensions erupted between HYBE and Min Hee-jin, the former CEO of ADOR. HYBE accused Min of attempting a management takeover, while Min denied the claims. The dispute quickly became public and affected NewJeans.In November 2024, NewJeans announced they were terminating their contracts. The members accused ADOR of unfair treatment and contract violations. ADOR denied the claims and filed for legal protection. In October 2025, the court ruled in ADOR’s favor and confirmed the contracts were valid.After the ruling, some members gradually returned to ADOR. Haerin and Hyein resumed activities, followed by Hanni. Minji remained in discussions. Danielle, however, did not return. ADOR claimed her continued resistance and outside influence made future cooperation impossible.Read More: Why won't Druski make a moodboard for 2026? Details explored