Singer Wheesung (43, real name Choi Wheesung) suddenly passed away on the 10th, shocking the music industry. In particular, it adds to the sorrow that he had been preparing for a concert scheduled to take place just a few days later and had even lost weight for it.
Wheesung was set to perform in a joint concert titled 'The Story' with singer KCM at the Daegu EXCO Auditorium on the 15th. However, due to his sudden passing, the concert has been canceled, and a wave of mourning is following.
"Diet is over... See you on March 15," Wheesung was looking forward to the concert
On the 6th, Wheesung posted on his Instagram, "Diet is over. See you on March 15," showing that he was in the midst of preparing for the concert. Having previously struggled with stage activities due to weight gain, it seems he was trying to present a new image for this concert.
A representative from KCM's agency A2Z Entertainment stated that they received notification of the concert's cancellation from the event organizers and could not hide their sorrow. The representative said, "A lot of preparation was made for Wheesung and KCM's performance, and Wheesung had been working hard for the stage," adding, "It breaks my heart to convey such news."
Colleagues in the music industry are also shocked... "I can't believe it"
Colleagues in the music industry are expressing deep sadness over Wheesung's sudden death. A music industry associate who had worked with him in the past said, "When we met at the end of last year, he was discussing a new agency and showed a strong will to continue his activities," adding, "He was preparing for the concert while losing weight, and now I feel so sad and shocked."
Fellow singers who maintained a long friendship with Wheesung are leaving tribute messages on social media to mourn the deceased.
Mother's report, checking for a will... Police investigation ongoing
Wheesung was found collapsed at an apartment in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, around 6:29 PM on the 10th. The police and fire authorities were dispatched after receiving a report from Wheesung's mother, and it has been reported that there were no signs of external intrusion at the time of his death.
The police are investigating whether there was a will and the exact circumstances of his death, and discussions about an autopsy are ongoing.
Fans mourn... "He must have been going through a lot"
After the news of Wheesung's death broke, fans are expressing their deep condolences through social media and online communities. One fan said, "He was preparing for the concert while even losing weight, so why did this happen? It breaks my heart," while another fan expressed, "I grew up listening to Wheesung's songs. His music will be remembered forever."
Meanwhile, Wheesung debuted in 2002 and left behind numerous hit songs such as 'Is It Not Possible', 'With Me', and 'A Heart-Wrenching Story', beloved for his sweet vocals and outstanding singing ability.
His concert 'The Story', which was supposed to be his last performance, can no longer take place on stage.
[Kim Seung-hye, MK Sports Reporter]
