Moonbin, a K-pop star and member of boy band Astro, has died at the age of 25 at his home in Seoul (NBC News, The Guardian, Al Jazeera, CBS News). His management agency, Fantagio, announced the news on Thursday (The Guardian).
Moonbin, whose real name was reportedly Moon Bin, was a singer, dancer, and actor. He was one of the six members of Astro, a South Korean boy band known for hits like “Baby” and “All Night” (Reuters, Teen Vogue).
Fans across the globe expressed their shock and grief at Moonbin’s sudden death (CNN, BBC). Some reports suggest that Moonbin’s death may have been a suicide, but these claims have not been confirmed by officials or Fantagio (The New York Times).
Moonbin’s death comes as a shock to fans who have followed his career since he joined Astro in 2015. Moonbin reportedly trained as a singer and dancer for four years before debuting with the band. He was also known for his roles in Korean dramas such as “The Mermaid Prince” and “Moment at Eighteen” (USA Today).
As the K-pop community mourns the loss of Moonbin, fans are expressing their condolences and memories of the singer on social media. The cause of Moonbin’s death is currently under investigation (The New York Times).
