The South Korean singer Choi Whee-Sung, widely known with his art name WheesungHe was found dead in his house in Seoul on Monday 10 March.
The 43 -year -old artist was discovered that he does not respond in his apartment in the Gwangjin district at 6:29 pm about local time. His mother, who resides in the same building, had called the emergency services after not being able to reach it at the beginning of the day.
Wheesung agency, Tajoy Entertainment, confirmed his disappearance In a declaration, revealing that he was found in cardiac arrest and subsequently declared dead. Having said that, the exact cause of death remains unknown and the authorities are investigating the circumstances. The police said that there were no signs of foul on the scene, but they are taking into consideration possibilities such as suicide or overdose. An autopsy should provide further clarity.
Wheesung, who made his debut in 2002 with the album Like a movieHe was celebrated for his powerful voice and emotional ballads. During his career two decades, he published numerous successes, including “Insomnia”, “Heartsore Story” and “With Me”, gaining a faithful base of fans and critical success. He also contributed as a songwriter for popular songs of artists such as Twice, Ailee and T-Ara, consolidating his influence in the K-pop sector.
However, his career has faced challenges in recent years. In 2021, Wheesung was convicted of Illegal use of propofolA powerful anesthetic and received a one -year suspended prison sentence. Despite this setback, he continued to perform, even if his popularity has never completely recovered.
Fans and companions artists poured freely, with many who express shock and sadness for his sudden death. Rapper Verbal Jint and the singer Yun Min-Soo were among those who shared messages heard on social media, remembering Wheesung’s talent and dedication to music.
At the time of his disappearance, Wheesung was preparing for a joint concert with the Kcm singer, entitled “The Story”, scheduled for March 15th in Daegu. His last post on Instagram, shared on March 6, reflected his anticipation for the event, with the caption, “Complete diet. See you on March 15”.
