Following the sudden passing of singer Wheesung, condolences from colleagues in the entertainment industry, including singer Yoon Min-soo and 2AM's Jo Kwon, are pouring in.
On the 10th, according to police and his agency, Wheesung was found collapsed at an APT. in Gwangjin District, Seoul, at approximately 6:29 p.m. He was 43 years old. Wheesung's agency, TAJOYENT, stated, 'We apologize for having to convey such heartbreaking news. On March 10, our artist Wheesung passed away. He was found in a state of cardiac arrest at his home in Seoul and was pronounced dead.'
Following the sudden news, tributes are being expressed in the entertainment industry. Yoon Min-soo shared a video of their performance together, saying, 'Wheesung, let's sing and make music freely up there. I won't forget your purity. Let's meet again later and sing together once more.'
Rapper Verbal Jint noted, 'Every moment we spent together was an honor, and I am grateful. You worked so hard. Rest in peace, Wheesung,' and Jo Kwon shared Wheesung's hit song 'A story that cannot be conveyed' through social media.
Singer and actress Harisu posted a photo of Wheesung on her personal social media, leaving a message that said, 'I offer my condolences to the deceased.' Rapper Changmo said, 'Thank you for having a significant impact on my life with your wonderful music. May the deceased rest in peace,' memorializing Wheesung with the song 'Morning.'
Rapper Paloalto said, 'He was a promising artist among R&B fans even before his debut, and I went to his first concert after his first album was released, so I have many memories of him from my twenties. It's shocking and tragic,' adding, 'Thank you for being part of my good memories in my youth through your music.' Rapper San also wrote, 'Rest in peace, Hyung.'
2AM's Lee Chang-min said, 'He was an artist I really wanted to resemble. I will remember him. Rest in peace.' Haeng-joo expressed, 'My heart is very pained and overwhelmed. Please rest well in the heavens. I offer my condolences to the deceased,' posting a streaming photo of Wheesung's song 'Tell Me' from his second album released in 2003, reminiscing about the deceased's voice.
In particular, he expressed, 'I don’t know what to say. I'm very upset and pained. I loved your music so much. Please don’t suffer in heaven and rest well. I offer my condolences to the deceased,' while pouring out his longing on Wheesung's social media, evoking deep emotions.
Meanwhile, recently Wheesung ended a diet and promoted a concert prepared with KCM, saying, 'See you on March 15.' However, his sudden passing has left many feeling sorrowful.
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