Popular Korean singer Wheesung found dead at home

Popular South Korean musician, Wheesung, has been found dead in his apartment, his management announced on Tuesday.

The singer’s management agency, Tajoy Entertainment, stated: “Artist Wheesung has left us. Our staff and colleagues are in deep sorrow.”

Wheesung was found unconscious at 6:29 pm on Monday by emergency responders after his mother made a call for help.

Reacting to the incident, police told local media that “a significant amount of time” had elapsed since his death, and an autopsy had been requested.

The 43-year-old was scheduled to perform in the southeastern city of Daegu this coming Saturday alongside singer KCM.

In his final social media post announcing the upcoming concert, Wheesung wrote: “Weight loss completed. See you on March 15.”

Popular Korean singer Wheesung found dead at home