South Korean actor Song Jae-Lim died at the age of 39

South Korean actor Song Jae-Lim died at the age of 39

in Seoul, South Korea, the South Korean actor Song Jae-Lim, a former model that became famous in K dramas, was found dead in his apartment on Tuesday. He was 39 years old.

finds and investigations

The body of Song was discovered by a friend who had an appointment with him for lunch that day, the Seongdong police said in Seoul. A police officer reported CNN that no signs of a crime were found at the site and that a farewell letter was discovered in the apartment.

"Our first investigation has not yet shown any signs of criminal activities," the police told CNN. "Since the family did not want a autopsy, we will continue with the transfer of the deceased to his family's care." The police added that the cause of death was examined in accordance with the usual procedures.

career and inheritance

Song was born in 1985 and began his career in the entertainment industry with the film "Actresses" in 2009. He gained great awareness through his role as a royal guard in the historical drama "Moon Embracing the Sun" from 2012 and was further famous for his participation in the reality show "We got Married". His last performance was in the musical "La Rose de Versailles", which ended in October.

The last posts on songs Instagram-Account that were shared in January over 61,000 Likes collected. The comment function is deactivated on the account.

expression of mourning from the entertainment industry

After the news about his death, numerous South Korean stars Song tribute. The actor Park Ho-San said very much: "This is crazy ... Jae Lim ... you were such a happy person ... I can't believe that. I'm sorry that I didn't contact you or took care of you enough." Accompanying he posted a photo with a song on Instagram.

Another actor, Hong SEOK-Cheon wrote in an Instagram post: " Sad that I can never see your wonderful smile again ... I'm sorry, peace in peace. "

mental health in the entertainment industry

The recent deaths of k-pop- Idolen k-drama-stars persistent concerns about mental health and pressure in South Korea's entertainment industry illustrated. Last year, for example, MOONBIN from 25 years. The K-Pop singer and actress Sulli also died in 2019 at the age of 25. Two years earlier, Kim Jong-Hyun was found dead in his home, he was 27 years old.

Although entertainment agencies have introduced various support offers for mental health, including advisory services and more flexible working hours, observers argue that the high competitive pressure in the K-Entertainment industry as well as intensive public surveillance and the expectations of perfection in appearance and behave negatively on the stars.

How to get help

If you or someone you know has to deal with suicidal thoughts or psychological problems, help offers. In the USA: Call the number 988 or send an SMS to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline . Worldwide: The International Association for Suicide Prevention and excellent Worldwide have contact information for crisis centers around the world.