Tributes Pour in for Late Singer Wheesung as Colleagues Bid Farewell
Numerous colleagues have gathered to pay their respects to the late singer Wheesung (고 휘성), who passed away recently. Fellow artists including Kim Tae-woo (김태우), Lee Hyori (이효리), Baby V.O.X, KCM, and IU (아이유) have all come to honor his memory.
Wheesung's funeral was held on March 14 at the Samsung Medical Center in Seoul, where a steady stream of visitors came to express their condolences. A banner reading, "Artist Wheesung, he will forever be a star in our hearts," was displayed alongside a portrait of him smiling brightly.
KCM and Kim Tae-woo arrived at the funeral home with solemn expressions. KCM had been scheduled to perform alongside Wheesung on March 15, but the sudden news of his passing led to the cancellation of the event. The group ICHILLIN' from the same agency also visited to say their final goodbyes to their senior.
Other notable attendees included Lee Ji-young and Lee Young-hyun from Big Mama, former One Time member Song Baek-kyung, Lee Hyori, Baby V.O.X members Shim Eun-jin and Lee Hee-jin, comedians Yoo Se-yoon and Jo Se-ho, as well as singers Ha Dong-kyun and Lee Ru, and IU.
Outside the funeral home, floral tributes were sent by Brown Eyed Soul's Naul, Deuce's Lee Hyun, singer Jung Joon-il, and groups TWICE and BTS (방탄소년단).
Wheesung was found deceased in an apartment in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, on March 10. An autopsy revealed that the cause of death remains undetermined, as the National Forensic Service reported an initial finding of "unknown cause" to the Gwangjin Police Station.
Initially, the family planned a private funeral for close relatives and friends, but after careful consideration, they decided to open the memorial to those who cherished and remembered Wheesung. His brother expressed, "If anyone has fond memories of my brother's songs and music, please feel free to visit the funeral home and help us ensure he doesn't leave this world alone."
Wheesung's burial is scheduled for March 16, with a farewell ceremony taking place at 6 AM that day. He will be laid to rest at the Gwangneung Memorial Park.
