The sudden news of the late Wheesung has been reported, and following the joint concert with KCM, his solo concert in Gwangju has also been canceled.
According to a representative from TJ Company on the 11th, the 'Wheesung: White Day Concert [Gwangju]' scheduled to be held at Chosun University’s Haeoreum Hall at 7 PM on the 23rd has been canceled, and refund procedures will be initiated.
Wheesung was found in a state of cardiac arrest at an apartment in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, at 6:29 PM on the 10th. It is reported that the fire authorities were dispatched to the scene after receiving a report from Wheesung's family.
The police have stated that there are no signs of external intrusion or criminal suspicion, and they plan to request an autopsy from the National Forensic Service along with forensic analysis of his mobile phone to determine the exact cause of death.
His agency, Tajo Entertainment, stated in an official position on the 11th, "We will proceed with the funeral arrangements as the bereaved family finds comfort, and the funeral will be held quietly with only family, relatives, and close friends in accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family," and expressed, "We extend our deepest condolences for the late artist's final journey."
Born in 1982, Wheesung debuted in 2002 with his first full album 'Like A Movie'. He gained immense popularity with hit songs such as 'Is It Not Possible', 'Incurable Disease', 'I Even Thought About Marriage', and 'Love is Delicious'.
The late artist was scheduled to perform a joint concert with fellow singer KCM on the 15th and a solo concert on the 23rd, but both performances have been canceled due to the unexpected news.
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[Lee Da-kyum, Star Today Reporter]
