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Korean R&B Star Wheesung Found Dead at 39

3/16/2025

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Korean R&B sensation Wheesung was tragically discovered dead in his Seoul apartment on March 10, leaving fans and friends in shock. Fellow artist Kim Bum-soo shared heartfelt condolences online, reminiscing about their deep late-night music discussions. An autopsy is underway to determine the cause of death, while Wheesung's funeral is scheduled for Sunday at Gwangneung Memorial Park.

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Korean R&B sensation Wheesung was tragically discovered dead in his Seoul apartment on March 10, leaving fans and friends in shock. Fellow artist Kim Bum-soo shared heartfelt condolences online, reminiscing about their deep late-night music discussions. An autopsy is underway to determine the cause of death, while Wheesung's funeral is scheduled for Sunday at Gwangneung Memorial Park.