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Singer Wheesung has passed away at age 43, news that was confirmed by his agency Tajoy Entertainment, who released a statement.
This is Tajoy Entertainment, the agency of singer Wheesung.
We are deeply sorry to share such heartbreaking and tragic news.
On March 10, our beloved artist Wheesung passed away. He was found in a state of cardiac arrest at his home in Seoul and was subsequently pronounced deceased.
The sudden loss has left his family, fellow artists at Tajoy Entertainment, and our entire staff in profound grief.
It pains us deeply to deliver this devastating news to the fans who have always supported and loved Wheesung. We ask that you keep him in your thoughts and prayers so that he may rest peacefully.
Details regarding funeral arrangements will be announced separately.
During this difficult time, we sincerely ask for restraint from unverified rumors or speculative reports out of respect for his bereaved family.
Once again, we extend our deepest condolences as we bid a final farewell to Wheesung.
Wheesung debuted all the way back in 1999 — as a singer at least, he was a dancer back to 1997 — but shot to fame as a soloist in YG Entertainment in the early-00s.
Unfortunately, back in 2020, he made the news due to being sentenced for habitual propofol abuse, something that he was tied to as early as 2011. The hope was the relative radio silence since meant he was getting the help he needed, and I had been hoping for positive updates, but obviously this is just tragic.
Not enjoying the recent uptick in these types of posts again.
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