The sudden passing of actor Song Young-kyu has prompted heartfelt tributes from fellow actors. Actors Jang Hyuk-jin and Lee Jong-hyuk, who worked with him, expressed their sorrow and regret on social media.
On the 4th, Jang Hyuk-jin posted on his social media, "Hyung... it must have been really hard and scary. I should have at least called... What a world" along with a picture of the deceased from his lifetime. He continued, "Goodbye... you were such a good person to me. Let's meet again later. Rest well," expressing his condolences. Jang Hyuk-jin and Song Young-kyu had collaborated in the movie 'Air Murder' and the drama 'The Winning Try.'
Lee Jong-hyuk visited the memorial and expressed profound grief on social media on the 5th. He wrote, "It's so disappointing... did you dislike the world that much? I'm disappointed because I'm weak... I never thought you would do this... you always cared for me... rest well," revealing his disbelief at the actor's death.
He recalled precious memories with the deceased, saying, "Seoul Yejeon Theater's class of '89, saying you played golf well but couldn't beat me... we need to play again... we promised."
Following the sudden news of Song Young-kyu's death, tributes have continued from fellow actors and entertainment industry officials. Actors such as Jo Woo-jin, Choi Won-young, and Lee Kyu-hyung, as well as DJ DOC's Kim Chang-ryul, representatives from film production companies, and management representatives have also expressed their condolences in the obituary, saying, "We send our sincere condolences to the deceased."
Previously, on June 19, Song Young-kyu was caught driving about 5 kilometers while intoxicated in Giheung District, Yongin City. At the time, his blood alcohol content was measured at over 0.08%, which is at a level that leads to license suspension, embroiling him in a drinking and driving controversy.
Afterward, he dropped out of the planned play 'Shakespeare in Love' and faced cuts and editing measures in the SBS drama 'The Winning Try' and the ENA drama 'The Defects.'
On the morning of the 4th, Song Young-kyu was found dead at his home in Yongin City, Gyeonggi Province. He was 55 years old. No suicide note was found at the scene, and the police are investigating the exact circumstances of the death.
The memorial for the deceased has been set up in Room 1 at the Davos Hospital funeral home in Cheoin District, Yongin City, and his wife and two daughters are stationed there. The funeral will be held at 8 a.m. on the 6th, with the burial taking place at the Hamgaksan Memorial Park.
In the face of this unexpected news, fans and colleagues are unable to hide their shock and sadness and are conveying their deep condolences on the final journey of the late Song Young-kyu.
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