Model Kim Jong-seok's Family Addresses Rumors Following His Sudden Passing

The sudden death of model Kim Jong-seok has shocked fans and the public alike, prompting his family to clarify rumors surrounding his personal life. On June 6, Kim's older sister, referred to as A, took to her social media account to express her grief and to address the misinformation circulating in online communities.

In her lengthy post, she stated, "Hello, I am Jong-seok's sister. We are currently overwhelmed with the funeral arrangements following the unexpected news of his passing." She continued, "The family is suffering greatly due to the false information being spread about Jong-seok. We had chosen not to respond earlier, hoping he had gone to a better place, but we never anticipated such absurd rumors would circulate. This is not true."

A mentioned that they have requested the removal of articles containing inaccurate information and plan to release a compilation of the last conversations her brother had with friends, including police recordings. She urged the public, "Please refrain from further defamation in honor of the deceased, and I kindly ask that you delete any posts you have made. Let us allow him to rest in peace. Any malicious posts will be reported to the cyber investigation unit."

Kim Jong-seok was known for his work as a model for the male beauty brand Dasu and gained attention for his appearance on the 2022 tvN dating reality show, Skip. His passing on June 4 was revealed through a friend's tribute, leaving many in shock. He was only 29 years old. Following his death, speculation regarding his private life has spread, prompting the family to announce potential legal action against those spreading falsehoods.