K-Pop singer and actor Lee Jihan, 24, was among the victims of the Seoul Halloween crowd crush that claimed more than 150 lives.
Jihan’s death was confirmed by his two agencies, who released aInstagram joint statement.
The statement read, “I am heartbroken to be greeted with sad news. Lee Jihan, an actor and a family member of 935 Entertainment & 9 Ato Entertainment, was a star in our sky and has now left us. “
He was remembered by the agencies. “a sweet and warm friend to all,”Who “shined beautifully with a passionate passion for acting.”
Lee Jihan appeared on the South Korean singing competition from CJ E&M, “Produce 101”2017 Although he wasn’t chosen for the boy band, Wanna One, it helped launch his career. He was a star on the 2019 TV Series. “Today Was Another Nam Hyun Day,”Shin Nam Hyun was his title character.
Former Produce 101 contestants Park Heeseok, Kim Do-hyun and Cho Jin Hyung paid tribute to him in a joint statement, Billboard reports. “Jihan has left this world and gone to a comfortable place. We ask that you say goodbye to him on his final path.”
South Korea’s government has said it will offer support for funeral expenses for all the victims. AllKPop reports that Jihan’s funeral will be held on Nov. 1.
