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.
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, South Korean Singer Who Brought R&B to K-Pop, Dies at 43: Reports
South Korean star Wheesung has died. The musician, whose real name was Choi Whee-sung, was found dead in his home in Seoul on Monday, March 11.
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.
South Korean singer Wheesung found dead at Seoul home aged 43
South Korean singer Wheesung has been found dead at his home in Seoul, CNN affiliate YTN reported on Monday. Police are still investigating the cause of the 43-year-old’s death and have requested an autopsy from the National Forensic Service, according to YTN.
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.
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.
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.
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. He was 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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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 ...
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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 ...
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.
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Revisiting Wheesung’s 2018 performance in Abu Dhabi
South Korean R&B singer Wheesung, real name Choi Whee-sung, was found dead on Monday at his home in Seoul. He was 43.