Only a year and a half after his older sister committed suicide, now actor-singer Choi Jin-young has been discovered dead after taking his own life on the morning of March 29. Choi Jin-young’s body is currently in the funeral hall of a Kangnam hospital in Seoul. A rep from his side said on the afternoon of the 29th, “We heard the sudden sad news from his family. We heard that he has passed away, but we were not told the details. We are stricken with grief.” Much-beloved actress Choi Jin-shil’s death rocked the industry when she committed suicide after battling depression in October 2008. Her mental anguish was aggravated by the constant malicious harassment of a netizen who accused Choi of contributing to the suicide of her friend, fellow actor Ahn Jae-hwan, just a month prior. Those two deaths were the first in a series of celebrity suicides that followed (many of those celebrities were said to be battling depression as well). After her death, an ugly custody battle unfolded between her family (Jin-young and their mother) and her ex-husband, former baseball player (and deadbeat dad and abusive husband) Jo Sung-min, who eventually relinquished his claim after massive public outcry. Her two children were being raised by Jin-young and their grandmother, and Jin-young had taken on a fatherly role to them. He was even planning on making an acting comeback — he announced plans to return to television just earlier this month. He had announced, “I’ve got to earn a living and start acting again for the sake of my niece and nephew. I’ll have to show them in person what kind of work their uncle does.” Choi Jin-young battled depression of his own, and sank into a prolonged spell following his sister’s death. It is believed that he died by hanging; his mother discovered his body at home and police were called on Monday afternoon. Choi was 39. Below, he is pictured with his sister’s two children. Source: DongA, Star News, Asiae Credit: Dramabeans ====================================================== Choi Jin Shil’s brother, Choi Jin Young found dead Rumors had been flying around that there had been a celebrity death in Korea and it’s now been confirmed that actor Choi Jin Young (39) had committed suicide on March 29th. An official at Yongdong Severance Hospital said, “Choi Jin Young committed suicide today. There were visible red marks around his neck when he arrived and he had already passed away. We understand from the police that he had hanged himself with electric cables on his own rooftop.” After his KBS drama Is It Okay to Love in 2007, it was difficult to see his face or work in the media again. Choi Jin Young had reportedly been suffering from a mix of personal and professional issues in recent times before his death. Choi Jin Young’s older sister Choi Jin Shil also committed suicide back in October 2008 after suffering through depression as well. Since her death, he has had to take on the heavy burden of raising her children together with his mother. It remains to be seen exactly what led Choi Jin Young down the same path as his sister. It’s really tragic for Choi Jin Shil’s children and her mother who now have to cope with 2 deaths in the family in the span of two years. His funeral procession will happen on the 31st where his body will be cremated and his ashes laid to rest beside his sister’s grave. Credit: allkpop ====================================================== Choi Jin Young’s mother fainted during his cremation On March 29th, the sad news of yet another celebrity suicide spread across Korea like wildfire as Choi Jin Young passed away at the age of 39. On the 31st, Choi Jin Young’s mother arrived at a crematory in Seongnam for her son’s cremation. However, during the emotionally difficult process, she fainted. If you don’t remember, her daughter, Choi Jin Shil also committed suicide two years ago so you can only imagine how emotionally distraught the mother must be. Choi Jin Young’s mother was moved to a car by her relatives to get some rest. In addition, it was noted that when Choi Jin Young’s mother arrived, she looked rather pale and started crying right away. As soon as the cremation started she screamed her son’s name and said, “Jin Young-ah, what am I supposed to do now that you’ve left me behind, take me with you.” Choi Jin Shil’s children did not attend the cremation. We wish the best for the family. Keep them in your prayers. Credit: allkpop
what is wrong with this family. Why he end his life this, why fight with his brother-in-laws last year so hardly and end his life like this. Poor mother!
