Musical actor Hwang Man-ik paid tribute to his senior actor Song Yeong-kyu, who passed away unexpectedly.
On the 4th, Hwang Man-ik wrote on his personal social media, "Yeong-kyu hyung... as a senior during my school days, and as a senior actor on stage, and as my Yeong-kyu hyung who led me, a lonely broadcaster, to the same company... You always said, 'Don't be weak anywhere and be confident.'"
He then added a tribute message: "My Yeong-kyu hyung shouldn't be like this... Even when he was struggling, he always took care of his juniors and always encouraged us with a smile... I will miss you, hyung... #SongYeongKyu #GoodbyeHyung #RestInPeace."
The photo shared captures the bright smiles of the two individuals. Song Yeong-kyu and Hwang Man-ik, who were seniors and juniors at Seoul Arts College, are seen smiling brightly at the camera, but now Song Yeong-kyu is no longer by his side.
Song Yeong-kyu was caught driving under the influence in Giheung District, Yongin City, Gyeonggi Province, on the night of June 19, having driven approximately 5 km while intoxicated. The police were dispatched following a report from a witness, and his blood alcohol concentration was at a license suspension level (0.08% or higher).
This news came to light a month later. As a result, Song Yeong-kyu left the drama "The Defects," and the play "Shakespeare in Love." He was found dead in his vehicle in Cheoin District, Yongin City, on the 4th around 8 a.m., at the age of 55.
The funeral home is located in Davos Hospital in Cheoin District, Yongin City, Gyeonggi Province. The deceased's wife and two daughters are listed as survivors. The funeral will take place on the 6th at 8 a.m., and he is to be laid to rest at Hambeaksan Memorial Park.
Meanwhile, Hwang Man-ik, who graduated from the Theater Department of Seoul Arts College, has played supporting roles in dramas such as "The King of Pigs," "Joseon Lawyer," "Police Station Next to Fire Station and National Forensic Service," "Treat Me Roughly," "Prefabricated Family," as well as in films like "My Life is Going Crazy" and "Steel Rain." He is currently meeting audiences through the musical "Aladdin."
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