It has been 3 years since the late Im Jun-hyuk, who had long dreamed of being a comedian, musical actor, and singer, left us due to a myocardial infarction. He had no known illnesses during his lifetime, and just a few days later he was scheduled to release his first solo song, making his death even more shocking and heartbreaking.
Im Jun-hyuk passed away at his home on May 27, 2022. The cause of death was a myocardial infarction, and it was reported that he had no known illnesses.
Born in 1980, Im Jun-hyuk debuted as a comedian with MBC's 14th open recruitment in 2003, delivering laughter through various public comedy programs such as 'Comedy House,' 'Laughing Man,' 'Laughter Brings Good Fortune,' and 'Gag Concert.'
Exceeding the comedy stage, Im Jun-hyuk also showcased his presence in musical stages such as 'Flyer' and 'On Air Chocolate.' He participated in Mnet's 'I Can Hear Your Voice 5' in 2018, where he demonstrated his outstanding singing skills, showcasing his passion for his dream of becoming a singer.
As the sad news spread, a wave of mourning among colleagues and acquaintances in the entertainment industry followed. Il-min shared the news of the deceased's passing on social media, stating, "Jun-hyuk, who was set to work on the new song project team, passed away from a myocardial infarction," and appealed for support on his final journey, leaving many hearts heavy. Singer Nabi also posted a photo with the deceased on her social media, writing, "Thank you. I will miss you a lot. This is the last photo we took together," conveying her affectionate feelings.
The news was particularly heartbreaking as it came just 5 days before his solo debut. Having prepared for his solo debut after 20 years, he left this world before his solo song could shine, but his family and friends decided to release it to fulfill Im Jun-hyuk's wishes.
His posthumous work 'One-Way' is an upbeat dance track that metaphorically depicts a man's straightforward love for a beloved woman. This song will be remembered forever as his last greeting to fans and proof of his passion.
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