Jaehyun of F.ABLE passes away at 23
Korean idol Shim Jaehyun, known professionally as Jaehyun and formerly part of the K-pop boy group F.ABLE, has died at the age of 23. Word of his passing began circulating on June 29, initially through people close to him, and was later acknowledged by fans and past group mates on social media.
Jaehyun had been dealing with leukemia away from the public eye. His health condition was not widely disclosed, and many supporters were unaware of his illness until after his death. Information about his medical journey remains confidential.
Born on April 7, 2002, Jaehyun stepped into the spotlight in June 2020 when he debuted with F.ABLE under Haeirum Entertainment. As the youngest member, he held the position of vocalist and maknae, and quickly became known for his calm presence and radiant personality during the group's activities. While F.ABLE didn't achieve mainstream recognition, the group earned admiration from a niche fanbase for their teamwork and passion.
During their run, F.ABLE released several digital tracks including 'Burn It Up' and 'Run Run Run.' The group gradually became inactive around mid-2023, with no formal disbandment announcement. Later, three members re-emerged in a new group called ENPHAZE, leading many to conclude that F.ABLE had quietly parted ways. Jaehyun did not take part in any follow-up projects, and his life remained largely private afterward.
As of now, no official statements have been made regarding his funeral or any public memorials. heartfelt messages continue to spread across fan communities, many revisiting Jaehyun's performances and remembering the gentle warmth he brought to the stage.
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Photo Inside Page Korean idol Shim Jaehyun, known professionally as Jaehyun and formerly part of the K-pop boy group has died at the age of 23. Word of his passing began circulating on June 29, initially through people close to him, and was later acknowledged by fans and past group mates on social media. Jaehyun had been dealing with leukemia away from the public eye. His health condition was not widely disclosed, and many supporters were unaware of his illness until after his death. Information about his medical journey remains confidential. Born on April 7, 2002, Jaehyun stepped into the spotlight in June 2020 when he debuted with under Haeirum Entertainment. As the youngest member, he held the position of vocalist and maknae, and quickly became known for his calm presence and radiant personality during the group's activities. While didn't achieve mainstream recognition, the group earned admiration from a niche fanbase for their teamwork and passion. During their run, released several digital tracks including 'Burn It Up' and 'Run Run Run.' The group gradually became inactive around mid-2023, with no formal disbandment announcement. Later, three members re-emerged in a new group called ENPHAZE, leading many to conclude that had quietly parted ways. Jaehyun did not take part in any follow-up projects, and his life remained largely private afterward. As of now, no official statements have been made regarding his funeral or any public memorials. heartfelt messages continue to spread across fan communities, many revisiting Jaehyun's performances and remembering the gentle warmth he brought to the stage. HERE ARE OTHER KOREAN CELEBRITIES WHO PASSED AWAY IN RECENT YEARS
