Have a look at the biography, age, wife and cause of death of Choi Wheesung, who died on Monday
Renowned R&B singer Wheesung was found dead at his Seoul residence at the age of 43. While the exact cause remains undetermined, authorities have ruled out foul play. He was discovered unconscious by his mother after failing to meet his manager earlier that day. Emergency responders arrived at 6:29 PM, but he was later confirmed to have suffered cardiac arrest.
Who is Choi Wheesung as South Korean singer passes away, cause of death reason, bio, age, height, wife, band, songs and net worth
How did Wheesung die?
Choi Wheesung, a distinguished figure in South Korea’s R&B music scene, was widely recognized for his soulful voice and chart-topping hits such as With Me and Insomnia. While his career was marked by immense success, it was also overshadowed by personal struggles, including battles with depression and drug-related controversies. His untimely passing at the age of 43 has left a profound impact on the music industry, with fans mourning the loss of an artist whose influence spanned generations.
According to the police and fire department, Wheesung was discovered collapsed in an apartment in Gwangjin gu, Seoul, at around 6:29 p.m in Seoul on March 10. Wheesung was found in cardiac arrest, and while police have not confirmed the exact cause of death, they suspect a possible suicide or drug overdose. No signs of foul play were discovered at the scene, and investigations are still ongoing.
He was unmarried and single at the time of his death. On May 26, 2018 reports revealed Wheesung’s father Choi Gong Bok had passed away in the morning.
Age 43 Choi Whee-Sung, known as Wheesung, and the new stage name Realslow whose height stood at 5 feet 8 inches, was a South Korean singer, actor, and record producer under his own independent label called Realslow Company. Wheesung signed under YG Entertainment in 2000 and went under 2 years’ worth of vocal training and made his solo debut on April 3rd, 2002 with his studio album, Like A Movie.
Following Wheesung’s contract expiration with YG Entertainment, he signed a new contract that was reportedly worth 1.5 million won with his new company, Orange Shock Agency but his exact net worth isn’t known. On June 23rd, 2009, Wheesung changed his label from Orange Shock to POP/UP Entertainment due to former agency representative, Park Gun-Tae decision to focus solely on music.
Having made his debut in 2002 with the album Like A Movie, Wheesung quickly rose to prominence, establishing himself as one of South Korea’s most celebrated R&B artists. His breakthrough came a year later with the release of It’s Real (2003), an album that featured the widely acclaimed track With Me, showcasing his impressive vocal range. Over the years, he continued to captivate audiences with songs like Insomnia, Can’t We, and Even Thought of Marriage.
Thank you wheesung for this beautiful performance with other talented singers. RIP wheesung pic.twitter.com/AOYMJtZWs6
— taehyꪜng (@Hourlytaehyungi) March 10, 2025
Beyond his success as a singer, Wheesung made a name for himself as a producer and songwriter, collaborating with renowned K-pop artists such as Ailee and Gummy. His ability to seamlessly blend R&B, pop, and hip-hop elements into his music further solidified his reputation as a versatile and influential figure in the industry. His passing on March 10, 2025, at the age of 43, has left the industry in mourning, with fans and fellow artists alike paying tribute.
Despite his remarkable career, Wheesung faced significant challenges in his personal life, particularly in relation to substance abuse. His name first surfaced in legal investigations in 2011 when he was accused of illegally using propofol, a powerful anesthetic. Though he was not charged at the time, the issue resurfaced in 2020 when he was found unconscious on multiple occasions, allegedly after injecting etomidate—a sedative similar to propofol.
know all details about Wheesung:
- Birth Name: Choi Wheesung
- Also Known As: Realslow
- Born: February 5, 1982, Seoul, South Korea
- Died: c. March 10, 2025 (aged 43), Gwangjin, Seoul, South Korea
- Genres: R&B, K-pop
- Occupations: Singer-songwriter, record producer, musical theatre actor
- Instrument: Vocals
- Years Active: 1999–2025
- Labels: DRY, OrangeShock, POP/UP, YMC, Realslow
- Formerly member of: A4, MAME
Real Slow Company:
Aug 29, 2017-present
YMC Entertainment:
Sep 14, 2011-Aug 29, 2017
YG Entertainment:
Jan 1, 2000-Mar 1, 2006
[BREAKING] Agency confirms news of singer #Wheesung found unconscious at his home and later revealed to have passed away. The agency asks people to refrain from making rumors of the cause of his death in respect of his family.
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