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South Korean singer Haesoo passed away on May 12, media reports confirm.

Her death was announced on her official fan café Haesoopia, through a statement from a representative.

The statement published by Soompi read, “We feel apologetic to have to convey such heartbreaking and sad news. On May 12, Haesoo left our side and became a light in the vast ocean.”

“Haesoo was a warm person who knew how to give love to those around her, share affection, and receive it,”

According to reports, Haesoo's family, acquaintances, and colleagues “are all mourning her with heavy hearts after being informed of the sudden sad news.”

The statement added that the funeral will be held “quietly and privately” following Haesoo's family's wishes.

“We earnestly ask you to refrain from spreading speculation, malicious reports, and rumors so that the deeply saddened bereaved family may mourn and peacefully send off the deceased,” the statement added.

It was also mentioned in the article that on May 13, South Korean police confirmed Haesoo was found dead in her residence on May 12. A presumed a suicide note was also found in the residence.

On May 15, it was confirmed that the singer was Haesoo.

Haesoo debuted as a trot singer in 2019. She recently appeared on the shows Immortal Songs and Boss in the Mirror.

For those seeking help, the Philippines has various mental health hotlines such as the ones from the National Center for Mental Health: 0966-351-4518 (Globe/TM), 0917-899-8727 (Globe/TM), or 0908-639-2672 (Smart/Sun/TNT).

Trot Singer #Haesoo Passes Away https://t.co/4xXduIAbzh pic.twitter.com/pMEBoFDJdq

-- Soompi (@soompi) May 15, 2023

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