Recently, Nathaphon “Bon” Jutathaveewan, the singer of the band Annalynn, faced severe backlash after admitting to fabricating a cancer diagnosis to solicit financial support. The band has since issued an official statement addressing this serious issue and the fallout from it.

During the summer, a GoFundMe campaign was initiated to support Bon, who claimed to be suffering from stomach cancer. This fundraiser has now been taken down, and Bon’s social media accounts are currently inactive. On July 9, a post from the band Discomfort Wings highlighted the challenges posed by the healthcare system in Thailand, noting the lack of insurance coverage for necessary medical treatments.

In an effort to assist Bon, several T-shirts were made available for purchase, and fans were encouraged to donate, as the campaign claimed that the singer required “emergency surgery and ongoing treatment” to address his health concerns.

Bon Admits to Deceiving Fans with Fabricated Illness

In a shocking revelation, Bon recently confessed that he had completely fabricated his cancer diagnosis, utilizing the funds raised to settle personal debts. He clarified that he acted independently and that his fellow band members had no knowledge of his deceitful actions.

In his heartfelt statement, Bon expressed deep remorse for his actions, acknowledging the pain and distress his deceit has caused to his fans and supporters. He detailed his struggles with personal financial difficulties, which included debts incurred from illegal loans and poor business choices that he failed to manage adequately over time. The pressure from these circumstances led him down a path of dishonesty, which he now regrets.

I would like to offer my sincerest apologies to everyone for everything that has transpired, especially for both the deception around my health issues and the false claims that were made. I deeply regret my actions and fully accept responsibility for the mistakes I have made. I am truly sorry for the harm and distress this has caused.

The problems I have faced stemmed from personal financial struggles, including debts from illegal loans and poor business decisions that I failed to manage over the years. The situation escalated to the point where I couldn’t see a way out, and I was placed under immense pressure, both financially and personally, which led to the mistakes I made.

Unfortunately, I have betrayed the trust and kindness that so many of you have shown me. My poor decisions have impacted not only my own life but also the lives of others around me, and I deeply regret that.

I WANT TO CLARIFY THAT NO ONE ELSE—BE IT THE MUSIC LABEL, FRIENDS, MY FAMILY, OR MY BANDMATES—WAS INVOLVED IN THESE ISSUES.

I am now facing the consequences of my choices and have learned invaluable lessons from this experience. I am committed to doing everything in my power to make things right and resolve the situation as quickly as possible. I understand that my words cannot undo the damage that has been done, but I want to humbly ask for your forgiveness. I am truly sorry for the pain and inconvenience my actions have caused, and I am deeply remorseful for the trust I have broken.

Annalynn’s Official Statement Regarding Bon’s Actions and Future Plans

The band Annalynn issued a comprehensive statement through their social media channels, addressing Bon’s dishonest actions and outlining their commitment to their fans who were misled. They confirmed that they would “suspend all activities” moving forward. While they did not explicitly mention parting ways with Bon, their reference to themselves as the “remaining members” suggests significant changes within the group.

Following Bon’s revelation about his alleged illness, the band convened to request evidence and medical documentation, which Bon was unable to provide. He had previously informed his bandmates that the proceeds from the T-shirts would contribute to his treatment costs, but they denied any involvement in the merchandise’s production or sales aside from allowing him to promote it on their social media accounts.

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“Due to Bon’s illness claims, the band gained significant attention, leading to increased show bookings and merchandise sales. However, the band refrained from any activity during this time as we believed it would be inappropriate to act while key facts remained unclear,” they acknowledged.

“We, as the remaining members of Annalynn, deeply regret the pain and distress caused by Bon’s actions. We understand the trust and support our fans, friends, and collaborators have placed in us over the years, and we are heartbroken that this trust was misused by someone we considered a brother.”

In their statement, Annalynn encouraged anyone affected by Bon’s actions to reach out to them so they can work towards rectifying the situation and rebuilding trust with their supporters.

Read the full statement in the Instagram slides below.