As the first-generation creator and game YouTuber Ko (the late) Daedoseogwan (real name Na Dong-hyun) has passed away, his last social media post is drawing attention.
According to the Seoul Gwangjin Police Station on the 6th, the police and fire authorities discovered Daedoseogwan dead at his home in Gwangjin District at around 8:40 a.m. He was 46 years old.
A friend reported him after he did not show up at the meeting time and could not be reached, and the police immediately dispatched to the home, but he was already deceased. It is reported that no suicide note or signs of foul play were particularly found at the scene, and various speculations, such as 'he had been suffering from chronic illness,' are emerging.
This year alone, Daedoseogwan made several public appearances, showcasing a bright face. He attended the VIP premiere photo wall event of the film 'Exorcism Chronicles: The Beginning' in February and also participated in the domestic largest fashion event 'Seoul Fashion Week', which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Notably, two days prior, on the 4th, he appeared at the photo wall event of '2026 S/S Seoul Fashion Week' held at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), showcasing a heart pose. However, fans and the public were greatly shocked by the sudden news.
Currently, comments from fans who cannot believe the news of his death and are mourning are pouring in on Daedoseogwan's personal social media.
On May 14th, he revealed his attendance at an event, saying, "The #YouTubeFestival was held in Seongsu-dong with brands and marketers! Today as a speaker! #Daedoseogwan #youtubefestival #2025."
Daedoseogwan, dressed in a nice suit, posed for photos at various locations in the event venue, and former KBS announcer Han Seok-jun left a supportive message, saying, "You look great!"
Below the comment from announcer Han Seok-jun, many fans expressed their condolences: "I used to watch your YouTube videos, and they were so funㅠㅠㅠ. May you rest in peace.", "Since the time you played Tsukuru, I have been a fan for over 10 years, and I am so saddened to hear this news. May you rest in peace.", "I hope you rest in peace. Thank you for sharing joy and memories all this time.", "Oh.. brother.. May you rest in peace.", "So sad.. so sad.", "I loved you so much, watching all your live broadcasts and videos since middle school. I really wanted to meet you someday and share various stories... Please rest comfortably, Daedoseogwan."
Meanwhile, Daedoseogwan was a first-generation internet broadcaster in Korea who started broadcasting in 2010 and had a significant impact on the YouTuber ecosystem, expanding the era of one-person media. His YouTube channel has 1.44 million subscribers. He garnered attention for marrying popular YouTuber Yoomdang in 2015, but the couple divorced amicably in 2023.
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