Actor Song Young-kyu has suddenly passed away, and netizens have visited the late actor's SNS to pay their respects.
It is reported that Song Young-kyu was found collapsed in a vehicle in a townhouse in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province, around 8 AM on the 4th. A friend confirmed this and reported it, leading the police to begin an investigation. He was 55 years old.
A close associate of Song Young-kyu cautiously stated to Ilgan Sports on the same day, “He was distressed by malicious articles and comments following the drunk driving report, and the surrounding conditions and situation were very unfavorable.”
On the night of the 19th of last month, Song Young-kyu was charged with driving under the influence after drinking with friends in Giheung-gu, Yongin, and driving approximately 5 km to Cheoin-gu while intoxicated.
As a result, he stepped down from the play 'Shakespeare in Love' in which he was performing. The ENA Monday-Tuesday drama 'I Shopping' and the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Try: We Become Miracles' had already completed filming, and it was stated that “we plan to edit his appearances as much as possible.”
Netizens left comments such as “I pray for the repose of the deceased,” “We have lost a great actor,” “It’s unfortunate. He was really good at acting...” “I was truly impressed by his acting... I pray for the repose of the deceased,” “I loved his acting so much,” “I will remember him for a long time,” and “May he rest in peace,” paying tribute to the late actor.
Song Young-kyu debuted in 1994 with the children's musical 'Mertel Dosa.' He left a deep impression playing the role of Chief Choi in the 2019 film 'Extreme Job,' and he was active in various films, dramas, and plays, including 'Suriname' and 'Casino.'
The late actor's mortuary has been set up in Room 1 at the Davos Hospital Funeral Home (English Medical Foundation). His two daughters and wife are listed as the bereaved family. The funeral will be held at 8 AM on the 6th.
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