Singer Wheesung was confirmed to have passed away at the age of 43 on March 10, 2025, at his residence in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.
Wheesung was found in cardiac arrest at his home. While the police found no evidence of foul play at the scene, they requested an autopsy from the National Forensic Service to determine the exact cause of death. On March 12, the National Forensic Service’s initial findings stated that “the cause of death is unknown.” Wheesung’s funeral was held on March 16.
Singer Shin Ye-ji revealed her last conversation with Wheesung. On the day of his death, March 10, around 2 AM, Wheesung left his final message: “Let’s meet again after the recording is done.”
About Wheesung
Choi Whee-sung (born February 5, 1982) was a South Korean R&B singer, record producer, and musical actor.
Key Career Milestones
1999: Debuted as a member of the boy group A4
2002: Debuted as a solo artist, released first album ‘Like A Movie’
2003: Released second album ‘It’s Real’, became the best-selling artist of the year
Notable Songs
1. “Can’t We” (2002)
2. “Can’t Tell” (2002)
3. “With Me” (2003)
4. “Incurable Disease” (2004)
5. “Love is Delicious” (2008)
6. “I Thought of Marriage” (2010)
Wheesung greatly influenced the Korean music scene with his exceptional vocal skills and R&B style. He was also known as a ‘hit-maker’ due to his excellent songwriting abilities.
Controversy
In 2021, he was sentenced to one year in prison, suspended for two years, for illegal use of propofol. He was also ordered to complete 40 hours of community service and 40 hours of drug treatment.
Many fans and music industry professionals are mourning the sudden loss of Wheesung.
