Singer Wheesung Dead At 43, Cause of Death Still Unknown

South Korean singer Choi Whee-sung, extensively identified by his stage title Wheesung, was discovered lifeless at his house in Seoul on Monday, March 10.The 43-year-old artist was found unresponsive in his condo within the Gwangjin District at roughly 6:29 p.m. native time. His mom, who resides in the identical constructing, had referred to as emergency companies after being unable to succeed in him earlier within the day.Wheesung’s company, Tajoy Leisure, confirmed his passing in a press release, revealing that he was present in cardiac arrest and later pronounced lifeless. That mentioned, the precise explanation for demise stays unknown, and authorities are investigating the circumstances. Police have said there have been no indicators of foul play on the scene, however they’re contemplating prospects reminiscent of suicide or overdose. An post-mortem is anticipated to offer additional readability.Wheesung, who debuted in 2002 with the album Like a Film, was celebrated for his highly effective vocals and emotional ballads. Over his two-decade profession, he launched quite a few hits, together with “Insomnia,” “Heartsore Story,” and “With Me,” incomes him a loyal fanbase and significant acclaim. He additionally contributed as a songwriter for well-liked tracks by artists like TWICE, Ailee, and T-ara, solidifying his affect within the Okay-pop trade.Nevertheless, his profession confronted challenges lately. In 2021, Wheesung was convicted of unlawful propofol use, a robust anesthetic, and acquired a one-year suspended jail sentence. Regardless of this setback, he continued to carry out, although his reputation by no means absolutely recovered.Followers and fellow artists have poured in tributes, with many expressing shock and unhappiness over his sudden demise. Rapper Verbal Jint and singer Yun Min-soo have been amongst those that shared heartfelt messages on social media, remembering Wheesung’s expertise and dedication to music.On the time of his passing, Wheesung was making ready for a joint live performance with singer KCM, titled “The Story,” scheduled for March 15 in Daegu. His closing Instagram put up, shared on March 6, mirrored his anticipation for the occasion, with the caption, “Food plan full. See you on March 15.”