ASTRO’ Moonbin reportedly passed away on 19th April 2023. According to the police reports, he was found dead in his home by the manager of the artist. Soon after his representative agency Fantagio also put out a notice that confirmed the tragic news among the misinformation that was circulating on the internet.
In the post, it is said that they are also shocked to know about his untimely demise and were very much aware of how much he loved his fans, who showered him with equal admiration and love. They request people refrain from speculating anything or spreading malicious rumours about the deceased. Lastly, the funeral will be done quietly with only family members and close friends like his members present there.
Moonbin was currently promoting as a duo with his bandmate Sanha. Both of them are among the youngest members of the group ASTRO which also includes MJ, Jinjin, Cha Eun-woo and Rocky. Their subunit first debuted in 2020 with the mini-album In-Out, with the title track Bad Idea. They made their first comeback in March 2022 with their mini-album Refuge, which included the singles Ghost Town and Who. They also made their latest comeback in January 2023 with the album Incense.
In fact, they even held a fan meeting in Manila, Philippines in March and were in the lineup for Dream Concert 2023 as well. However, on 19th April 2023, he was found dead in his Gangnam residence & it has been speculated that he took his own life. While the investigation is underway, nothing can be said about his demise until the official reports are released by the officials.
It has been especially hard for the fans to believe such tragic news about their favourite idol passing away at such a young age. They were hoping it to be a false rumour but as more reports confirmed it, the condolences started pouring in. Especially with his sister Moon Sua also being an idol in the group Billie, the fans are sending out their prayers in support.
With this news, the importance of mental health and the conditions of K-pop idols once again comes into the limelight. However, fans hope that may he finds himself in a good place, away from everything that could be bothering him. Many have been sharing his clips from recent TV appearances & wonder if they were hints about his inner feelings.
Fan Posts for ASTRO’ Moonbin
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