Lee Min Ho bids farewell to dog Choco after 16 years ahead of Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint release: 'Grateful for your love'
A farewell to Choco: Lee Min Ho shares emotional tribute
On July 12, Lee Min Ho took to social media to announce that his dog, Choco, had passed away after spending 16 meaningful years with him and his family. The actor posted a heartfelt message alongside several photos of Choco, including moments from their final days together.
'My beloved Choco has returned to nature after spending 16 precious years with us. I hope the time we shared was happy, and I've always been grateful for the love you showed Choco,' Lee wrote.
The emotional tribute revealed the bond the actor shared with Choco, who had become a familiar presence to fans over the years through Lee's occasional posts.
Fans extend their condolences
Lee Min Ho's post quickly garnered thousands of comments from fans around the world, many of whom expressed sorrow over the news and offered words of comfort. Long-time followers of the actor had come to love Choco as part of his life, and the shared grief reflected the collective sense of loss.
One fan wrote, "These angels are so precious to us. My heart ached to hear that. Unconditional love can be taken away from them. I am so very sorry. May God give you patience."
"Rest in peace choco, thank you for the time and memories with oppa, you will stay in our heart," added another fan.
One fan of the actor penned, "Minho, I am so sorry to hear of your beloved Choco's passing. Thank you for sharing this very personal thing. Praying for you in this time of mourning."
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint release draws near
The sad news comes just ahead of Lee Min Ho's big-screen comeback in Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, scheduled to hit theatres on July 23, KST. Based on the popular web novel of the same name, the film follows the story of a man who finds himself living in the world of a novel he once read, one that only he seems to know the ending to.
The film boasts a star-studded cast, also including Ahn Hyo Seop, Chae Soo Bin, BLACKPINK's Jisoo, Shin Seung Ho, Nana, Kwon Eun Seong, Park Ho San, and Choi Young Joon also playing key roles. The film will also feature a special appearance by Jung Sung Il, rounding out a strong ensemble of actors and idols that fans are eager to see on screen together.
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