Wheesung, K-Pop and South Korea

Wheesung, South Korean Star Who Helped Bring R&B to K-Pop, Dead at 43
Wheesung, the celebrated South Korean musician known for blending R&B and K-pop, died Monday evening, March 10, The New York Times reports. He was 43. Wheesung, whose real name was Choi Whee-sung, was found dead at his home in Seoul in a state of cardiac arrest. Police have said there’s no evidence of a break-in or foul play.
Wheesung, a South Korean R&B Singer, Is Found Dead at 43
The artist was known for popularizing the musical genre in the country, but convictions for drug abuse damaged his image.
K-pop singer Wheesung found dead in his home at 43, investigation underway
The K-pop sensation — real name Choi Whee-sung — was discovered dead in his Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, home around 6:30 p.m. on Monday, March 10, The New York Times confirmed. Fire officials told the outlet that Wheesung, who struggled with drug abuse, was in a state of cardiac arrest when he was found.
Wheesung's death sparks mourning wave in South Korea's entertainment industry
The late Wheesung enters eternal rest. As his death still feels unreal to many, a funeral altar was prepared about 4 days after he passed, with many expressing their condolences.
Wheesung, Veteran Korean Singer, Dies at 43
The k-pop star, who suffered a precipitous decline in his career after being caught illegally using anesthetics in 2021, was discovered unresponsive in his Seoul apartment Monday evening.
5 best Choi Wheesung songs to pay tribute to the late South Korean R&B singer
Choi Wheesung, typically among the top-rated R&B vocalists from South Korea, left a legendary status in the industry.
K-Pop star Wheesung found dead at 43 with tributes pouring in for singer
South Korean singer Wheesung has been found dead at his Seoul home at the age of 43. Authorities discovered the singer, whose real name was Choi Whee-sung, in a state of cardiac arrest, noting that a “significant amount of time” had passed before his body was found. Officials confirmed there were no signs of foul play.
Wheesung, Korean R&B Powerhouse and Hit Songwriter, Dies at 43
Korean R&B vocalist Wheesung, who rose to prominence in the early 2000s was found dead Monday at his apartment in Seoul. He was 43.
Wheesung Dies: South Korean R&B Singer Was 43
Wheesung, the hit-making South Korean K-pop star and R&B singer, was found dead in his home in Seoul on Monday evening, local law enforcement said. He was 43. His death was confirmed by his agency, Tajoy Entertainment.
Wheesung, South Korean Singer Who Brought R&B to K-Pop, Dies at 43: Reports
The musician, whose real name was Choi Whee-sung, was found dead in his home in Seoul on Monday, March 11 Wheesung, a South Korean singer who blended R&B with K-pop, has reportedly died at the age of 43.
K-pop to hit pause to mourn death of singer Wheesung
K-pop groups are pushing the promotion schedules of their upcoming music to grieve the death of late singer Choi Whee-sung.
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K.Will, Ailee return to Korea for Wheesung's memorial as music industry mourns
To bid farewell to singer the late Wheesung, singer K.Will rushed back from abroad, and his fiancée, singer Ailee, also ...
Kim Bum-soo pays tribute to late singer Wheesung, reflects on their late-night music conversations
Singer Wheesung, known for his soulful vocal performances, was laid to rest Sunday as family, friends and fans gathered to ...
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Singer Wheesung laid to rest
Singer Wheesung laid to rest A funeral procession carries the mortuary tablet and portrait of late singer Wheesung at a ...
Wheesung's death: IU, Lee Hyori, Kim Tae Woo and more visit South Korean singer's funeral home
Several Korean industry stars like IU, Lee Hyori, Kim Tae Woo and Young Tak visited Wheesung's funeral hall to pay their respects.
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Wheesung’s Initial Autopsy Comes Up Inconclusive, Police Report Multiple Needles Found at Scene
The initial findings from singer Wheesung‘s autopsy have come back with an “undetermined cause of death.” Open the Youtube ...
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R&B pioneer Wheesung, known for his deep voice and hardships, passes away at the age of 43
KOREA: As reported by The Korea Times, renowned R&B singer Wheesung, known for his soulful voice and influence on the genre ...
Wheesung death: Agency shares plans to open funeral visitation for fans with memorial on March 14; deets
K-pop idol Wheesung’s agency has announced a memorial for his fans on March 14, with a funeral visitation open to the public. Fans will have a chance to pay their respects and honor his legacy.