Comedian Yoon Taek's news of his father's death has brought sorrow. It is especially tragic because it comes so soon after he shared a tender family story.
According to his agency DCLENT on the 29th, Yoon Taek's father, Im Jong-gak, died that morning at the age of 83 while battling a chronic illness. The agency said, "Yoon Taek is currently keeping vigil at the funeral site with his family in deep mourning," and said, "We ask for consideration so that the artist can respectfully see the deceased on his final journey."
This sad news is even more painful because it coincided with Yoon Taek mentioning his father on a broadcast just a few days earlier. On the 25th, he appeared on You Quiz on the Block and revealed that his father was battling terminal pancreatic cancer. At the time he said, "There is not much time left. Every time I face my father, I find it hard to hold back tears," and calmly conveyed the feelings of a son preparing for a farewell.
Yoon Taek added, "Nothing in the world is permanent, but my father says he will go peacefully. It is sad, but there is nothing to be done," and finally broke down in tears. At the time of the broadcast, Yoon Taek's heartfelt confession drew sympathy and support from many viewers.
However, shortly after the broadcast, news of his father's death was reported. That remark is now known to have been a moment spent with him in what was effectively their final time together, making the news even more wrenching. Especially on a program that presents life in nature, Yoon Taek showed warm humanity. The public's condolences have continued for Yoon Taek's pain.
Meanwhile, the funeral altar for the deceased was set up in room 17 of the funeral hall at Severance Hospital in Sinchon, Seoul. The chief mourners listed were sons Im Seong-taek, Im Min-taek, Yoon Taek (real name Im Yoon-taek) and their daughters-in-law, and the funeral procession schedule will be announced later.
The agency said that scheduled appearances are being adjusted after consultation with relevant parties. A procession of mourners is expected at the funeral altar.
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