JACKSON WANG Was Almost In The OLYMPICS?!?!

[@bwingbwinggwiyomi]

so Jackson would've either been an Olympian or an idol at the time, very casual 😆

[@kathivarshareddy7468]

Ha the way u said "very casual" is really killing me 😂😂

[@juli_starz]

kinda like sunghoon

[@aleezayytariq]

@@juli_starz yeaa

[@taniaariesty7557]

@@juli_starz nah sunghoon never was in olympic team, as far as i know

[@juli_starz]

@@taniaariesty7557 oh sryyy ig i just put it there because he was ice skating his whole life and then he became an idol instead of something to do with ice skating

[@astronomicarl]

Imagine if Jackson joined the Olympics and then join JYP as a trainee

[@nicc4538]

He'll less likely be a trainee cuz ppl would ask him to do ads and stuffs in hong kong

[@aanyaraghavan6772]

@@nicc4538 ya

[@sabryassin2880]

He wouldnt be with got7

[@greatdreamer8854]

That was what I thought too. He was almost there....

[@damaristama7574]

There’s a clip on youtube of Jackson winning a fencing match against European fencer Sandro Bazadze, the guy who won againt Korea’s number 1 fencer in the Olympics last year. If Jackson pursue fencing and no accidents happens, I think he would’ve had a pretty good fencing career representing his country just like his parents, and would be too busy to be a trainee in JYP😭 He’ll be training with the national team for world championships and doing advertisements in Hong Kong.

[@kkottteul]

still can’t believe he decided to take huge leap of faith. before kpop, his future was secured in pretty much all aspects; he was uprising athlete, was set to be on Olympics, got Stanford scholarship, but he threw them all away for his dreams and I’m glad he did because he became one of successful artists and businessmen and a member from one of top groups + GOT7 wouldn’t be the same without him

[@celesviamelora18]

That "Stanford" really caught my attention. Damn I'm not gonna lie, this man is on another level, no wonder I tend to admiring him after one of his genius best friend, Kim Namjoon

[@KD-zj4ye]

@@celesviamelora18 scholarships from Stanford and University of Hong Kong! Possibly others too

[@lysak260]

Is he really a businessman?

[@KD-zj4ye]

@@lysak260 of course he is a businessman. He has a record label Team Wang Records (Panthepack are a group under them), a fashion label Team Wang Design (where he designs the clothing as well), a distribution/production/artist management company Ryce Entertainment (many Chinese artists are signed under them; they distribute music in China for Chinese artists and Korean artists; and they have top writers and producers signed under them), an investment company (Team Holdings) where he invests in various things like esports and other businesses (he has shares in Exo's Lay's company too), he has business partnerships with Korea's Sublime Artist Agency and American 88rising. He has over 70 employees in just the record label and fashion label. He owns many offices in China for Team Wang Design, and has his own building for Team Wang and Ryce. If that isn't the definition of a businessman, I don't know what is lol

[@lysak260]

@@KD-zj4ye wahhh thank you for letting me know 🙏✨

[@leeesca2574]

Holy sht, didn’t know jackson was that INTO sports that he’s preparing for literally the olympics. 🤯

[@bwingbwinggwiyomi]

he was gonna be on the fencing team :0

[@jacktube5247]

Yeah . He was captain of the junior hongkong fencing team and also participated in Singapore youth Olympics and many other international fencing competition before coming to Korea . 😄

[@jjasmineluv]

@@jacktube5247 wow thats awesome, Sunghoon from engypen wouild have also been in the Olympics. The Tokyo Olympics this year, but he decided to become a idol. Imagine if both of them pursued fencing and ice skating, in a parallel world we'd both see them on TV together at the Olympics 🤣

[@isavitoria6824]

@@jjasmineluv wasn't him into ice skating? Thats in the winter olympics it's in 2022

[@spiritchi24]

@@isavitoria6824 he WAS preparing for the 2012 London Olympics not 2022

[@hanni0119]

His courage to pursue what he wants is really admirable. And look where he is now. He’s global superstar!!

[@choiryan4312]

I keep repeating this thang. But it's never enough. He's the nicest man alive. No matter whether you stan k pop or not, everyone loves Jackson Wang!!

[@jinspidermanskpskhdh9949]

Facts😌are u an ARMY,me too I am an OT7 but this guy is my ult bias😌

[@choiryan4312]

Yes I'm Army. Jackson is loved by all. Man's so good.

[@johnnysheehan4384]

@@choiryan4312 his is controversial. He ignored the murder of the muslim population in china. I think its a weird situation. I dont hate the guy but he Definetly isint a angel

[@anjikapriyadarshini6561]

@@johnnysheehan4384 kpop idols aren't allowed to give opinions about political controversies.

[@choiryan4312]

@@anjikapriyadarshini6561 .

[@Viki_Hale]

No matter which groups you stan You all know this man with a beautiful personality

[@tokkijangnim1544]

This showed that life's all decision. Limitless possibilities in every choice. Wish y'all happy with every choice that you took & where life brought you to..

[@brrr3301]

The fact that he already was a junior champion but gave up to be an Olympian wanting to be an idol, dreaming to join BIGBANG's company(YG), not knowing anything and thought JYP is where BIGBANG is and joining JYP

[@leavemealonepls2233]

Even at the Olympics,it’s still Jackson Wang from China

[@sabarihariharan2005]

🤣🤣🤣

[@hobishambuguhandspritue4313]

lmao true

[@reenarma]

china or hongkong??? bcause now in olympic, china and hongkong has different team. i tough that jackson is from hongkong

[@prekar750]

@@reenarma Jackson Wang from China. It's an inside joke because he always introduces himself that way. Some even joked around saying his name is Jackson Wang and his surname is From China.

[@clareecheung]

@@reenarma but to make it clear if jackson were to participate in the Olympics he would be in team Hong Kong and not China. hope this helped!

[@oletinathangjam14]

Just imagine ...you were almost at the verge to become an olympian but still you took the risk to give tht up and join a company to become a trainee...not sure about your future you push through it and become one of the most famous kpop idols ...👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@damaristama7574]

There’s a clip on youtube of Jackson winning a fencing match against European fencer Sandro Bazadze, the guy who won againt Korea’s number 1 fencer in the Olympics last year. If Jackson pursue fencing and no accidents happens, I think he would’ve had a pretty good fencing career representing his country just like his parents. He’d be pretty successful regardless👏👏

[@eriya4756]

The level of will power and guts this man has ... can't be explained. Just imagine how tough it had been to choose a whole new different path when he had everything to become an Olympian he decided to become an idol. Truly. Huge respect for Jackson Wang.

[@jhn4life]

Jackson's is really inspiring💪

[@dzuhhh]

we can safely say he is lucky with his decision. also let's appreciate/recognize his talents and skills as an athlete and as an artist

[@hellosunshine8117]

He’s probaly not totally happy as he had jyp as an company and probably sometimes regrets it. But I bet he doesn’t regret it overall

[@dzuhhh]

@@hellosunshine8117 agree. and look at him now👏

[@CAS11236]

Jackson is such a mystery. I mean he is super open so not like mysterious, but he’s a mystery because I can’t imagine there being such a person 😂 He so special and incredible

[@celesviamelora18]

Ikr, like years by years, there is still many things about him and his life as a public figure (before and after) that we don't know

[@jacktube5247]

Such a hard-working guy like him will succeed in any field he works in . Either it's sports or entertainment industry.😎

[@KD-zj4ye]

Exactly

[@loliithaay]

for real

[@Got7PromoTeam]

Jackson Wang documentary when? 🤔 Seriously though, this man is incredibly TALENTED, HARDWORKING & JUST OVERALL BRILLIANT. Whether it was the Olympics 2012 or GOT7 & Team Wang, he was born to be successful & no one can deny that. Keep working hard Jackson, it's been paying off well 💚

[@angelquizzah3499]

His school did a documentary of him.. Check AIS hongkong Jackson Wang documentary

[@niniisbae1861]

Jackson will always be there, Team Wang

[@abilapauly4860]

His English accent is wow🤩 . And I never knew that he was in Olympics at that time

[@angelquizzah3499]

He was in the Singapore youth Olympics and was captain youth fencing team representing Hongkong

[@shamuslau4399]

He went to an American international school in HK.

[@stevenstone7101]

The pokémon theme in the background. Memories. 😭❤

[@shoppe7525]

Beside that olympics chance. His Stanford scholarship is the most twisted thing he could have let slip away. But then he pursue what he really want and ended up being successful still.

[@Kpop.juseyo]

Kind, hardworking, respect to others especially woman and parents, like children, humorous, social butterfly, humble, CEO, olympian, writers, musicians, producer and composer, oh my god, he just perfect ❤

[@nianarae3968]

stan ANY group/soloist in the kpop industry but if u like it or not u love jackson wang!

[@vanillafoodie]

Hahaha im sorry this only reminds me of the REAL Men episode where the trainer was asking info's about him and how he got here and Jackson explained "I used to be training for the Olympics, but I ended up here" *stares at the trainer seriously* 😂 either way Jackson is a really talented and hardworking man, he can be successful in whichever path he went

[@sylviac9087]

He’s even got a scholarship (because of his sports achievements) from Stanford University in 2011 and he gave it up for his dream. He is talented but his success has a lot to do with his focus, hard work and determination!

[@wanttobeloved]

Jaywhypee, you will regret your life if you let a multitalented and polite and suuuuuupeeeeeeer kind and humble musician like JACKSON, note this!

[@ysusiawati]

Jackson is a riddle that only he can guess the answer to. He processed himself without knowing anything in front of him. But the shout of his soul made Jackson ehat he is today.

[@babystarcandyjeon]

Casually being either an Olympian or an idol. Woah, very casual

[@sparklefarter]

Would've been amazing to see him compete in the Olympics! The determination to stick it through to becoming an idol though and the challenges and sacrifices he's made though is commendable. Very proud of him.

[@jodianspencer20]

Oh my gosh I love Jackson Wang he is my bias

[@sylveonpk]

Y’all be like oh wow Jackson, while me I am like jamming to the Pokemon background music 😹 luv Jackson!

[@KD-zj4ye]

Jackson gave everything up for music. His story and hard work will never stop impressing me. Netflix and Team Wang, we're still waiting for a documentary on his life...

[@snigdhakhadka5867]

I wouldn't have been same if Jackson chose to be an Olympic player. I'm so thankful that he is a trainee.

[@mikehunt5559]

bro was literally destined for success

[@jeon4me0nly37]

AND NOW HE'S ON TV + THE MOST POPULAR PERSON OR CHINESE PERSON IN THE WORLD PLUS THE MOST HANDSOME GUY !

[@wanderlust3972]

Jackson wang is always my favourite after bangtan boys🥰

[@REDD0000]

I love hearing him talking 😭🤣 dk why but it's so satisfying

[@gotthatmoon]

Jackson wang is the kindest man I ever know he really is very friendly and also always have the best advice and can literally bring up the mood in every where, like literally even my mom like him 😐

[@uwantedausernamebutitwasmedio]

Jackson was destined to be in Got7

[@leylasamixzade6426]

Thanks to you Jackson if u didn't done this for us we never had a chance to listen to beautiful music 🎶 of yours 😍😍😍😍💕😍💕💕💕😍💕

[@hcwingg]

as someone from Hong Kong, I want to see him fence again

[@anakindonissa]

He changed so much the past years. He looks so serious and more mature. I remember that he was so goofy and the joker of the group. I feel like something happened to him and he is less that part or showing that part. But he is still the polite and sweet Jackson.

[@angelquizzah3499]

He is still goofy if you watch his Chinese shows.. Jackson will always be Jackson

[@anakindonissa]

@@angelquizzah3499 I know he is still goofy. Jackson will always be Jackson. Its humor in a different way. He is still goofy and funny. More in way why are u laughing i was serious type of humor. Plus he seems way more calm and mature. Less over the top funny. I still like Jackson but something changed him a little bit. I do understand he wants people to take him more seriously as a artist and businessman than as a joker. But still something seems different to him. I hope he is doing well and not overworking.

[@farhinrahmanreeda3055]

not Jackson Wang out here collecting fans from each and every fandom that exists! Everyone loves this man 🥰🥰

[@dreamiesnoona6423]

Man! Kudos for having this guts to take such a huge step. Had it been me, I would not have left an Olympics career for an entertainment industry career. Just saying. Its just such a bold step to take. I am happy he reached such heights and is so much loved by the Kpop fandom.

[@Lizzy._.80]

If Jackson would be in olympics he would be the only handsome boy 🤧🤧🤣🤭💞💞💗💗

[@katherineliu1291]

He’s multilingual, well-rounded background, had supportive parents, overall different upbringing from his Korean members. Just a video on the 10 Most mistreated Kpop groups and GOT7 was ranked 2nd (dark side of Kpop industry but good thing their contract ended) But wow, life for each member and Jackson could’ve been so different if GOT7 didn’t stick together and succeeded through blood, tear & sweat. He could just be like “I didn’t have to put up with all this” He had the sportsmanship & scholarship (STANFORD).

[@nya___nya]

That was a huuuuuuge ginormous decision for a kid his age to make at that time... He is fearless... Guy is built different... The risk he took was break it or make it... Strong💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@barbaramitch7818]

To me, he is where he is supposed to be!!! I LOVE HIS SONGS AND TO SEE HOW HE HAS BECOME A WONDERFUL GENTLEMAN A MAN WHO SHOWS OTHERS HOW TO BE! SAD THAT IT SEEMS HE HASN'T FOUND HIS SPECIAL SOMEONE YET!!! However he will! God will bless him!

[@zyreph7196]

Song: Litteroot town ~ Pokemon Lofi, by Closed on Sunday

[@uhmokay5995]

.... his enunciation is sooo good >__>

[@_enki]

reminds me of those fanfics of sports anime but they’re set in an alternate universe where they’ve become idols instead and it sounds so impossible. But jackson exists and makes this trope a reality.

[@cultusfetus]

was born for greatness

[@celestialwindflower5921]

the bgm is so nostalgic 😭 i played Pokémon as a kid a lot

[@ValentineEvents]

What a leap of faith & sacrifice

[@erinlines7506]

Love this man!

[@branislavabundalo6906]

It's so sad that he didn't go to OLIMPIC GAMES LONDON 2012. 😭

[@dila1288]

i cant imagine how fan i am if he would be athlete for real

[@kenjijack7279]

That Littleroot town background music thou, pokéfans unite!

[@hidebehindu265]

So proud reading at the comment section hehe. His personality is sometimes beyond humanbeing kkkk

[@michaelasale2703]

ily baby 😭❤️

[@ananyasingh268]

Omg he is really a grt sports man ❤️ . Olympic is a dream of every sports person it's hard to sacrifice the grt opportunity

[@-saffie-4977]

I remember my friend being a big fan of him as a fencer, and then he was gone only to resurface as a kpop idol. My friend lost her goddamn mind.

[@ningning5670]

Why is no one talking about the bgm?? Like, this is the MOST nostologic Pokemon gameboy music!!

[@valefreedom5386]

My boyfriend really LOVES Jackson, because he was a very good athlete and then became a trainee which is very hard ❤️

[@chimkennuggers9264]

damn Jackson and BM looks so fine

[@user-yf3xx7ed6e]

training for olympics is a LOT different from “almost” on team………

[@Lovemesomuch97328]

Great parents /recorded history amazing parents,Nice show of example can lead their two sons get in to the top ,not to loose hope and get what he wants whatever he’s gonna face in his life.

[@dymie_]

Give up a dream to make a dream 💚

[@fanaydreamer7510]

That must've been difficult. Like what the heck am i doing 🥺💚

[@satgotlizz]

this is like enhypen Sunghoon’s story

[@fchann7825]

Can i just say wow to the bg music tokimeki girl's side 😍

[@stranger-mx1mc]

he is good at sports and good at dancing and good at rapping and good singing and is a gentilman hey jackson's mom what did you do to make this amazing man

[@swezz4298]

There are very few people of Jackson Wang's capacity. You have to admit hes great whether u like him or not.

[@AManOfManyNames]

Me vibin to the pokemon music be like 💃🕺💃🕺💃

[@iminoutterspace986]

Imagine seeing Jackson in the olympics

[@2BX99]

Did yall notice the pokemon song playing in the background? It sounds like when your surfing.

[@mica._.mica_]

Jackson recently on a interview say that as an athlete and son of athletes is used to of do his best, that in sports failure is the rule and win is just a bonus. And when he said that i understand a little more his decision, he have no fear because the failure is something he expect from such a risk move like that so the only thing he can do is give his best for get the oportunity get the "victory"

[@IanfinityGames]

Love the littleroot town BGMM

[@ireneham5873]

Love Jackson’s Hairstyles looks great.

[@torterrag2676]

Couldn't focus because of the Pokemon music at the back.

[@blackbangtan8943]

Not a fan of his but damn dude, he was a Olympic athlete, he turned down STANFORD scholarship just so he could achieve his dream of singing, and HE DID! he is the main character we are all the extras I swear

[@kay-trollr336]

I love the Pokémon bgm

[@ZynntaX01]

this bg keeps me thinking a pokemon games fuck I am sane

[@catlyneee3896]

he's a winner everywhere. no cap

[@villainmixx]

he was a fencer in my country😩💗

[@ruchiraj5949]

Meanwhile me: WHY HE'S LOOKING SO DAMN HANDSOME HERE??!!!

[@parishart1846]

Stand on Talent ,stand on Jackson Wang !!

[@maryjoannenato7236]

he is very fluent 👏

[@lyricistrito]

the background music is from pokemon ruby and sapphire littleroot town, closed on sunday edit (i listen to pokemon soundtracks a lot so i thought my music was somehow playing at the same time haha)

[@srv8585]

I am literally shocked that nobody thought about the Littleroot town theme in the bg

[@onebite8906]

Many ppl aren't aware abt Jackson's background on sports and I was one of them too like who would've thought that a man named Jackson Wang is a professional fencer dude..

[@zeestanwar1041]

I would have died but never taken such a big risk! That's why he is different. King attitude ❤️🔥

[@angelvarghese471]

I'm sorry but this man is everywhere 😂

[@lijuliju2273]

He's the best person I've ever saw

[@二人の世界-g2g]

The music makes me want to play some Pokémon games :(

[@Bees69]

That is why he has a tattoo of the Olympic rings symbol on his arm

[@memealicious787]

He would be hella popular then too I’m CERTAIN of it

[@anisharpraveen4781]

As much as I love Jackson and BM, what's with the (albeit adorable) pokemon bgm?

[@ateezistreasureking9742]

and now he’s at coachella

[@LarenceDominicStoTomas]

What was his sport by the way? I never thought he's that talented

[@iemzeetv9715]

I think... It was.... Fencing?

[@LarenceDominicStoTomas]

@@iemzeetv9715 I was wondering if he pursued fencing, thanks anyway😊

[@artistnyX]

@@iemzeetv9715 yes it was Fencing he even has the olympic rings symbol tattooed on his arm ..

[@angelquizzah3499]

Sabre fencing and he was really good at that and won many championship.. He was also good in other sports like basketball and swimming or bowling

[@moriarty969]

I heard his parents are olympians.