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Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Late Kim Jong Suk's family denies abuse and suicide allegations: sister says model was under "financial and emotional distress"
Model and TV personality Kim Jong Suk recently passed away at the age of 29. The celebrity's demise brought forth a lot of well wishes and tributes online; however, it also brought along endless speculations as well. Rumours of suicide as well as alleged allegations of him abusing his ex-girlfriend have been circulating online ever since. The celebrity's family recently issued a statement regarding the matter and urged everyone to not share false information. Kim Jong Suk's sister issues statement Amid the rising speculations surrounding Kim Jong Suk's demise, his sister recently made a post addressing everything. On June 9, she took to her social media platforms and denied all allegations that have been circulating against the model. She shared in her statement that 'The claims that he barged into his girlfriend's home drunk, caused a disturbance with a soju bottle, and jumped when the police arrived are not true.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo While detailing the matter, she also shared that Jong Suk had been suffering from financial issues, as he had become a victim of an investment scam. She shared that 'He was under extreme financial and emotional distress due to an investment scam committed by an acquaintance. Not only did he lose his entire fortune, but he also fell into debt from the fraud, making daily life difficult. He was exhausted from these circumstances and had been deep in thought for some time.' Allegations surrounding ex-girlfriend's abuse denied His sister also provided further detail about what happened that day to clarify any speculations. She stated that: 'Jong Suk and his girlfriend were drinking separately with their own acquaintances. When he couldn't reach her, he became worried and went to her home with a friend. His girlfriend, her sister, and her sister's boyfriend were asleep, and Jong Suk, his friend, and another male acquaintance who was awake chatted and even joked around. Later, when his girlfriend woke up, there was no unilateral assault or rampage — just a simple argument between the couple.' She then continued in her statement that while a soju bottle indeed was broken at the scene, it was done so by accident. She said, 'As others tried to intervene and tensions seemed to rise, Jong Suk's friend broke a soju bottle in an attempt to stop the argument, which led to the police being called. The claims that he ran away or tried to avoid the police are also untrue.' Further proof to be shared Jong Suk's sister also shared in the post that to support her statements, she will share a number of audio recordings that were taken at the police station. She also shared that she will post recordings and text messages of Jong Suk's friend as well as his girlfriend at the time.
Khaleej Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Kim Jong Suk, South Korean model and actor, dies aged 29
South Korean model and actor, Kim Jong Suk, died, leaving the entertainment industry and fans in shock, after his family confirmed the news on June 6. The 29-year-old had shot to fame with tvN's 2022 reality dating show Skip Dating. Prior to this, he was known for his modeling stints. The reason behind his sudden passing remains unknown. However, there have been rumours connecting his passing to an incident in Hanam area of the Asian country. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. After law enforcement intervened, the man is said to have died by suicide, leaping from a tall building. The sequence and timing of the events have led to intense online discussions, and the actor's family stepped in to call for respecting its privacy during this difficult time. The family also urged the public to refrain from spreading misinformation and disrespectful assumptions. Kim's older sister took to social media during their time of mourning to express the family's emotional exhaustion and heartbreak.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
South Korean model Kim Jong Suk passes away at 29; the family issues an official statement
Kim Jong Suk, the South Korean model, passed away at 29 on June 4, 2025. His family confirmed the demise of the star two days later at the time of the funeral. While the grieving messages of the fans have been pouring in, the speculations surrounding the death have raised eyebrows, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Kim Jong Suk's demise... According to Koreaboo, Kim's sister confirmed the news on social media, stating that the family is going through a tough time after the sudden loss of their beloved member. Additionally, she urged the netizens to refrain from sharing any baseless information or posting hate comments about the late model. The reason for the demise has not been made public yet. A close friend first shared the news on social media on June 5, and another friend posted a picture of the memorial service, and wrote, 'I still can't believe it…I hope you're at peace now, without any pain.' The rumours about Kim Jong Suk Following Kim's demise, rumours of him being involved in a tragic incident have been going viral on the internet. The incident occurred in Hanam, Gyeonggi-do, where a man in his 20s reportedly assaulted his girlfriend. During the police investigation, the man was separated from her and later jumped from the rooftop of a high-rise residence. As a response to the speculations, Kim's family issued an official statement to refrain from spreading the baseless allegations and let them grieve in private after the sudden loss. 'The false information spreading online is causing our family immense pain,' Kim's sister wrote on social media. Previously, the family was not going to interact online; however, the rising tension has led them to change their minds. The late model's sister stated that they would be releasing the official police recordings and final conversations with the people to prove his innocence. Additionally, she mentioned that the family was going to take legal action against the false rumours about Kim Jong Suk.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Model Kim Jong Suk passes away at 29; Korean entertainment industry mourns
The Korean entertainment industry is in mourning following the tragic passing of model Kim Jong Suk, whose death was confirmed on June 6 (KST). According to reports, Kim passed away on June 4, with his family officially announcing the news two days later, on the day of his funeral. His sister addressed the public through a social media post, expressing the family's profound grief and urging people to avoid spreading baseless rumors or hateful comments during their time of mourning. Kim Jong Suk's death news The cause of Kim Jong Suk's death has not been disclosed publicly. News of his passing first emerged on June 5, when a close friend shared the heartbreaking update on social media. At his memorial service, one acquaintance shared a photo of a funeral wreath, accompanied by a heartfelt message: "I still can't believe it… I hope you're at peace now, free from pain." Kim's funeral was held on the morning of June 6 at Maru Park Funeral Home in Hanam. He was later laid to rest at Chuncheon Rest Garden and Yanggu Memorial Park. More about Kim Jong Suk The 29-year-old model had remained active on social media up until shortly before his passing, with his final post made just three days prior. Following the announcement of his death, fans and friends left messages of shock and sorrow across his posts. By the afternoon of June 6, his family set his Instagram account to private. Kim Jong Suk first caught attention with a campaign for the men's grooming brand DASHU. However, his rise to prominence came in 2022 with his appearance on tvN's popular dating reality show The Skip Dating, hosted by Yoo Jae Suk, Jeon So Min, and Nucksal. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
