News reports say that Kim Jong-hyun, Shinee lead singer, was unconscious when taken to hospital and suggest cause of death was suicide on 18th December, where he is 27.
It’s reported that Jonghyun, Shinee Lead Singer Dies, where he was found lying in a room with a coal briquette burning in an apartment unit at Cheongdam-dong in southern Seoul at 6PM KST
Gangnam police later confirmed that the K-pop idol has passed away. News reports also stated that Jonghyun sent his sister a suicide note, prompting her to call the police. The note has not been released to the public.
The boyband Shinee were formed back in 2008 where it incorporatesKorean pop with the elements of western music. They went on to achieve great success, selling hundreds of thousands of albums and singles.
News of Kim’s death prompted a flurry of messages on social media, with many fans voicing disbelief
“#Jonghyun was the best artist, who loved music more than anyone else and always did his best for his performances. We are even more heartbroken to have to convey this sad news to the fans who have loved Jonghyun.” – SM Entertainment.
H e a r t b r e a k i n g l y. s a d. ?
— a u r o r a r a i n. (@_AuroraRain_) December 18, 2017
I have no words how could this happen. Jonghyun was one of my first ever biases and he will always be my bias in SHINee.
My prayers go out to his family and friends and Shawols.
R.I.P Jonghyun i will miss you❤️#Jonghyun #SHINee
We love you❤️— Z • 張樂兒 (@muziekismijnle1) December 18, 2017
Tonight ,i’ll be crying ,sleeping on my bed while Jonghyun spirit will stand next to my bed and comfort me .saying that i must be strong & stop crying cause it hurts him even more #Jonghyun #SHINee #RIPJonghyun #StayStrongShawols
— iKONIC (@ikonwifeu_) December 18, 2017