South Korean Actor Song Jae Lim Found Dead at 39
South Korean actor Song Jae Lim, best known for his breakout role in the hit K-drama The Moon Embracing the Sun, was found dead on Tuesday at his home in Seoul.
The 39-year-old actor, who started his career as a model, gained widespread recognition in 2012 with the historical drama and later appeared in various TV shows and variety programs.
Reports indicate that a note was discovered in his apartment, and while the police have found no signs of foul play, the cause of death remains under investigation.
His passing has raised renewed concerns about the intense pressures and mental health struggles faced by those in South Korea’s entertainment industry.
South Korean Celebrities Pay Tribute to Song Jae Lim
Following the tragic news of his death, many South Korean stars have paid tribute to actor Song Jae Lim.
Yoo Sun, who starred alongside Song in the 2016 series Our Gap Soon, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram with a photo of the two of them. She wrote: “It’s too sad, it hurts so much… May you find peace and rest.”
Actor Park Ho San also expressed his shock and sorrow on Instagram, saying: “Since you were always so cheerful, it’s hard to believe [the news].”
According to Yonhap News, Song’s family has decided to hold a private funeral, with only close family members in attendance.
South Korea’s entertainment industry is notorious for its intense pressure on celebrities, who face high expectations regarding their appearance, behavior, and personal lives. The recent deaths of well-known figures like Parasite actor Lee Sun-kyun, K-pop stars Moonbin, Goo Hara, and Sulli have brought attention to the heavy emotional toll that such pressures may take on those in the spotlight.
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