On November 12, news of actor Song Jae-rim’s death spread, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Song Jae-rim, aged 39, was found deceased in his home in Seongdong-gu around 12:30 PM. It was reported that a friend who had arranged to have lunch with him visited his residence and found Song Jae-rim, leading to the discovery. According to the police, a two-page suicide note was found at the scene.
His social media account name was changed to “Beginning a Long Journey,” and the comment section was closed. Colleagues and friends are now sharing memories of him, leading a wave of tributes in light of this tragic news.
Meanwhile, unsubstantiated rumors about the cause of his death are spreading across online communities and from “cyber wreckers” (social media accounts that stir controversy), leading to public discomfort. Additionally, reports are quickly spreading about how he suffered ongoing harassment from a Japanese sasaeng fan until shortly before his death.
This sasaeng fan, using an X (formerly Twitter) account, frequently uploaded photos of Song Jae-rim and his acquaintances, along with critical posts, actively posting from April last year up until recently.
This individual not only shared private photos of Song Jae-rim but also posted threatening messages, extending their harassment to his friends. After news of his passing circulated widely, this sasaeng fan deleted their account. Speculative posts regarding this matter continue to circulate, adding to the sadness.
Netizens are expressing their anger, saying, “Sasaeng fans are not fans, they are just criminals,” “Sasaeng fans are evil spirits,” “Invasion of privacy and threats can never be tolerated,” and “I hope they get the karma they deserve.”
Song Jae-rim made his debut in 2009 with the film “Actresses” and appeared in several other films such as “Grand Prix”, “The Suspect”, “The Snobs”, “Yaksha: Ruthless Operations”, and “Decoy”, along with dramas including “Cool Guys, Hot Ramen”, “Fantasy Tower”, “Two Weeks”, “Unkind Ladies”, “Our Gap-soon”, “Secret Mother”, “I Wanna Hear Your Song”, “Not Yet Thirty”, and “Queen Woo”. Until October, he was meeting audiences through the musical “La Rose De Versailles”.
Source: Daum
