Fans Love This Reunion Between BTS’s Jimin and Tony Jones
BTS‘s American Hustle Life ended four years ago, but the special friendship between Jimin and hip-hop artist Tony Jones lives on.
American Hustle Life aired in 2014, making it one of BTS’s earliest reality shows. The show took place in Los Angeles and followed the members as they trained with hip-hop tutors, such as Coolio and Warren G.
Although there’s much to love about this show, Jimin’s friendship with Tony was especially memorable.
These two friends hit it off right from the beginning, and had some of the most heartwarming interactions on the show.
Tony is the one who gave Jimin his iconic “ChimChim” nickname, which is still used today…
Every Single Nickname That Fans Call BTS Jimin, And The Meaning Behind Them
…often in the form of memes!
Since American Hustle Life concluded filming, BTS and Tony have met a couple of times. Once was in 2015, during Tony’s trip to Korea.
My lil' bros #BTS out here in Korea yesterday! Continue showing the world why you're the greatest #kpop group ever! pic.twitter.com/D2KXztutsS
— Tony Jones (@Tony_Jones) May 10, 2015
After seeing this iconic reunion photo, fans wanted more, and they finally got it a year later. In 2016, Tony and BTS were once again reunited at a restaurant, following KCON in LA.
The hip-hop teacher greeted each one of his former students with love, but one particular student was especially happy to see him.
After getting his hug, Jimin hung back and waited for Tony to finish greeting the other BTS members…
…so that he could spend a few more moments with him. Jimin’s and Tony’s reunion was short but sweet, and it filled ARMYs hearts with nostalgia.
Even though Tony and Chim Chim don’t see each other much in person these days, Tony supports BTS from afar. He tweeted out this message in 2017, to congratulate BTS on their BBMA win.
The boys made history, knew this would happen years ago. Congratulations on your historical night, keep going!
— Tony Jones (@Tony_Jones) May 24, 2017
Time has passed, but BTS fans still consider Tony to be a true member of the BTS family. They have shown their love and gratitude for Tony by supporting his music and achievements over the years.
Fam, let’s support our friend @Tony_Jones! Tony was a vital part of @BTS_twt early success by mentoring the boys during American Hustle Life. Let’s show our love! ❤️ https://t.co/Y5xNjWDSxA
— MyHope17🎵• ✈️ CitiField (@Hope17My) September 21, 2018
A massive thank you & appreciation to @Tony_Jones for standing up for @BTS_twt / for the members back then. pic.twitter.com/KlIkFgIg9C
— 데첸 | 🔜JIMINDAY (@bangtanoptimist) September 21, 2018
ARMY, support our friend and @BTS_twt mentor, @Tony_Jones! Check out his new video, “Envy” – it’s amazing! ❤️ https://t.co/k8tVhoWyA3
— Ddaeng 💫 (@unicornkjl) September 21, 2018
ARMY fam, @Tony_Jones (yes Tony from @BTS_twt American Hustle Life) has dropped a new song!
Let's show him the love he deserves and pay back his kindness to the boys. 🤗🤗 https://t.co/NxI2OWkODv <– Check out the song, leave a nice comment and stream if you can!— Aroua💎 (@arouanaji) September 20, 2018
ARMYs are hoping for another reunion between Jimin and Tony in the future…
@Tony_Jones I'm sti waiting for a Tony x Jimin reunion😭
— LULLABY MV IS OUT (@Simple_Thinqs) September 23, 2018
Can @BTS_twt do a reunion with all the AHL cast. Especially @Tony_Jones.. cuz i know this dude miss jimin so much
— 🧟♀️ (@jkookseagull) September 4, 2018
@Tony_Jones Sure you've been asked but will you see BTS while they are in town? Reunion for Tony and Jimin 😍💕🙏😭 pic.twitter.com/JCRLr03s7F
— CallMeCarly18💞 (@carlylathan) September 4, 2018
…and maybe even a collab!
@Tony_Jones i wanna see him and the boys collab i can already hear Jimin's voice "Tony~"
— Jimin's Jams (@Tae_ParkJimin) September 2, 2018
WE WANT #BTSXTONYJONES !!
please collab 🙏🙏 we need this special collaboration with all the love !!
Jimin miss u @Tony_Jones #TonyxBTScollab #BTS— ' (@dhjlmm8) August 26, 2018
Awww. I would LOVE to see a @Tony_Jones and @BTS_twt reunion collab. Tony was the best part of American Hustle Life. Thanks for always supporting Jimin and our boys Tony! #TonyxBTScollab #BTS https://t.co/gGCgJpE7fO
— Stephanie 💜 ✈ Newark Concert 9/28 (@CloverLeafe) August 25, 2018
To see the whole heartwarming reunion, check out the clip here.
