Pungja Shares Heartwarming Moment After Mourning Close Friend Lee Hee-cheol

On January 13, Pungja took to her personal social media account to share a touching photo of herself holding her beloved dog close. The image radiates warmth and affection, especially as it comes after the recent loss of her close friend, the late Lee Hee-cheol, who passed away unexpectedly on January 7 at the age of 39. Pungja had previously announced the news of his passing on her account, expressing her disbelief and sorrow. She wrote, 'As I write this, I still can't believe it. For those who loved my brother, please pray that he goes to a good place.'

On January 11, she also shared a moment from Lee Hee-cheol's memorial service, where she smiled brightly in front of his portrait, saying, 'Let's meet again,' while tagging his social media account, which added a poignant touch to her farewell. Supporters have since commented on her post, expressing relief that she is finding her way back to daily life, while also offering words of comfort and encouragement, stating that the bond of friendship between the two will remain eternal.

The family of the deceased revealed to OSEN that the cause of death was a heart attack, sharing their grief over the sudden loss, noting that while he had been feeling unwell recently, he had otherwise been healthy.